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Does your cat need more bathrooms than you?
I'm pet sitting for a family who has encountered a common issue in every multi-cat household: cats going outside the litter box. There...


Peanuts? More like pea"nots"!
Peanut butter. You can't throw a rock 5 feet without hitting a dog treat that has peanut butter in it. Even if we remove the sugars, the...


"Ok, Gang, Let's Split Up and Search for Clues!"
The key to solving any mystery is to gather clues. Scooby Doo shows us that the culprit was someone we knew all along. In many scenarios...


Why Is Pet Nutrition Important?
As a pet owner, you want the best for your furry friend, and that includes their nutrition. Just like us, what our pets eat affects their...


5 Amazing Tips to Train Your Dog
Training your dog is one of the most important things you can do to ensure a happy and healthy relationship between you and your furry...


First Aid Tips & Tricks
How many times have you thought about first aid for your pet? Do they have anything in the medical cabinet for their needs? If not, here...


How To Make Your Groomer Love You
Did you know over 50% of dog breeds need professional grooming or haircut maintenance regularly? Even if your dog doesn't need haircuts,...


A Lesson in Advocating for Your Dog
Our dogs look to us for guidance. It is up to us to speak for them, advocate for their needs, and set them up for success. Often we think...


5 Tips to Help Your Senior Dog
I always say that prevention is the best medicine, which is why my 5 year old dog is already on joint support. However if you have a...


Are You Tying Your Horse Correctly?
Simple parts of your day are much more complex when you have a pet. This especially rings true when you have a horse, one of the most...


Let Them Sniff
If you came to me and said Allegra, my dog is driving me bonkers. I can’t get any work done, I’m always being pestered or they’re getting...


The Importance of Gut Loading
Most of us know, even those of us who have never kept a reptile as a pet and never plan to, that reptiles eat bugs. Those of us who do...


Your Dog Is Not ALWAYS a Reflection of You
This is for the person who is ashamed of their dog. The dog they can’t take out in public because it will bark, lunge, snap, and cause a...


The Frustration of Animal Advocates
Every so often (probably more than I should be, because I’m trying to defend my honor) I engage in heated conversation with someone who...


Yes, You Have to Get Your Dog's Nails Trimmed
Even those of us who have dogs that don't require brushing and trimming have work to do - nail trimming isn't just cosmetic. Did you know...


Letting Things Go as a Service Dog Handler
The law in America states that pets are not allowed in stores unless deemed pet friendly, with the exception of service animals. Grocery...


Pleco Fish & Solving Problems with Nature
About a year ago, I watched a movie called The Biggest Little Farm . It was an endearing flick about a small family who decided to start...


Losing (But Winning) The Battle
Today I want to discuss thinking outside the box in terms of pet ownership, something I pride myself on and do a lot of coaching on in...


5 Rainy Day Boredom Busters
It's been raining out all day, and it's important to limit your dog's physical activity in this weather. Wet grass can lead to slips and...
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