
Mostly a tech person, always a pet person. I am dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their humans with technology. Off-duty, I enjoy writing about the misbehaving of computer programs and my two Aussiedoodles, Calvin and Hobbes.

100+ Funny Dog Names
Why did the dog sit in the shade? (Take 5 seconds and think) . . . . . Because he didn't want to be a hot dog! Good one, right? But when you have a dog at your house, you probably won’t need such jokes to make you laugh. From their uncontrollable...
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Is Your Dog Depressed? 8 Signs Your Dog Might Be Suffering Depression
This post was updated on February 11, 2022. We adore our dogs. When their behavior or mood is “off” or they seem unhappy, it’s devastating. If your dog seems depressed recently or has struggled with sadness in the past, you know how confusing and...
Dog Tips

Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis in Dogs
Diarrhea is when unformed or loose stools occur in larger amounts and are more often than usual. Diarrhea is not a disease but rather a clinical symptom of many different diseases. Diarrhea associated with minor conditions can often be resolved quickly...
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Can Dogs Eat Potatoes? Benefits, Risks & Safe Preparation
Potatoes are a versatile and delicious staple in many human diets, but can our canine companions enjoy them too? The question "Can dogs eat potatoes?" is common among pet owners. The answer is yes but with a few important caveats. Let's delve deeper...
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Why Does My Cat Bite Me?
Cats express themselves in various ways. As a cat owner, you might ask yourself, “Why is my cat doing this? What does it mean?”. From grazing against your legs, raising the hair on their backs, or purring – cats are constantly communicating with us in...
Cat Tips

At What Age Should You Enroll Your Pet in Pet Insurance?
Pet insurance can be a great resource for pet owners, helping to get them peace of mind when it comes to unexpected accidents and illnesses. But at what age should you insure your puppy? Many factors come into play when deciding on the right age,...
Why Pet Insurance?

Can Dogs Eat Broccoli?
Dogs can eat many of the same foods that humans can. But when your dog gets their paws on something they’re not supposed to, there can be consequences. That’s why it is so important to consider your dog’s health before you accidentally feed them any...
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55 Best Dog Names for Shiba Inu
Either you’ve already got a Shiba Inu home or you’re about to get one. Either way, we feel getting to know a little background about the breed is important. We know that you must have done your research but here’s a short glimpse about the breed. The...
Breed Tips

Can Cats Eat Sweet Potatoes?
Can cats eat sweet potatoes? Let us first answer the question before giving you all the other important details and interesting facts about this sweet vegetable. Yes, cats can eat sweet potatoes and they can prove to be quite healthy for them as well.1...
Cat Tips

Can Cats Eat Almond Butter?
Just as it’s difficult to raise a human kid, most paw-parents will vouch for the fact that taking care of a pet has plenty of challenges of its own - it’s like having a permanent toddler in your home at all times. As a responsible pet parent, you might...
Cat Tips

Can Cats Eat Melon?
Musk melon, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew, winter melon, casaba melon, bitter melon, American cucumber, mouse melon, sugar baby Matisse, and many more, are all members of the melon family. For this article, we’ll stick to the 3 main types of melons...
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Can Cats Eat Bones?
It's easy to forget that cats are carnivores and that their natural diet includes; mice, squirrels, rabbits, insects, and birds. Their hunting behavior includes consuming raw meat, organs, flesh, contents of the gut, and bones. It appears that cats...
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