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Kittenhood Insight 2: Consider Raising Two Kittens
It Might Be A Whole Lot Easier Than Just One While you’ll often hear that cats are independent and prefer to live solitary lives, nothing could be further from the truth. Cats engage in social bonding, often coming together to groom, play, and rest....
Kitten Tips

Best puppy treats
When you adopt a dog, you’re adding another member to your family. As with any family member, you want to spoil and love them as much as you possibly can. One of the best ways to do this is through treats. There are so many different kinds of dog...
Puppy Tips

How Serious are Insect Bites on Dogs?
You would have probably seen your dog chasing insects multiple times, only to come back with multiple stings on their entire body. For our canine buddies, the small little insects are like flying toys. The only problem with letting their curiosity and...
Dog Tips

Are Frogs Poisonous To Dogs?
While most backyard encounters with frogs are harmless, some species can be poisonous to dogs. Understanding the dangers and knowing what to do if your dog comes into contact with a toad is crucial for their safety. Toad Poisoning in Dogs: A Serious...
Dog Tips

Xoloitzcuintli Cost Guide: What to Expect When Bringing Home the Mexican Hairless Dog
Thinking about welcoming the captivating Xoloitzcuintli (pronounced "show-low-eats-queen-tlee"), Mexico's iconic hairless dog, into your life? Their affectionate personalities and striking appearance make them stand out, but financially preparing for...
Breed Tips

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Price Guide: How Much Does a Cavalier Cost?
Why Are Cavalier King Charles Spaniels So Expensive? Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are purebred dogs with a rich history and desirable traits. Several factors contribute to their higher price tag: Breed Popularity: Cavaliers have become increasingly...
Breed Tips

Top 8 Summer Tips for Pets – Pet Safety Tips
Summertime can bring lots of fun for you and your pets. The weather’s warm and your pets will be ready to get outside and play! Although we know you’ll want to have some fun in the sun with your pets, be mindful that higher temperatures can create more...
Pet Safety

Can Dogs Eat Scallops?
Scallop- not a dish exactly but a common term given to the species of marine shell like looking mollusks which is an invertebrate species with over 85000 variants. For the human tongue, these are delicious and sweet flavored and they are very rich in...
Dog Tips

Top 10 Shedding Dog Breeds
Before getting to the top 10 shedding dogs of all time, let us first understand what shedding is and why it occurs. Most pet parents have experienced a random bunch of fur and hair lying around on the floor and furniture. Shedding is basically the...
Breed Tips

Akita Price: Understanding the Costs of Owning an Akita
Akita Characteristics Life expectancy: 10 – 15 years Adult weight: 70 – 130 lbs. Adult height: 24 – 28 inches Origin: Japan The Akita is a majestic and powerful Japanese dog breed. Known for their strength, loyalty, and striking appearance, Akitas have...
Breed Tips

How Much Can I Save with Pet Insurance?
The quick answer is A LOT. Pet insurance is a tool that can help prevent you from burning through your savings to cover your pet’s unexpected vet bills. Let’s understand how much you can get back using pet insurance. Owning a pet can be considered one...
Why Pet Insurance?