Caring for your Companion

Health and behavior advice for pet owners.

7 Tips to Keep Your Indoor Cat Happy

7 Tips to Keep Your Indoor Cat Happy

Boredom and environmental stressors can cause cats to display unwanted behaviors, and stress from inadequate enrichment also can lead to significant health issues. Our Animal Hospital of...

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Does My Pet Have Arthritis?

Does My Pet Have Arthritis?

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease that commonly affects pets, but pet owners don’t always recognize the signs. OA is the leading cause of chronic pain in pets, and our Animal...

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Human Foods Dogs Can & Cannot Eat

Human Foods Dogs Can & Cannot Eat

Yes Apples Pumpkin Bananas Rice Bell Pepper’s Salmon Broccoli Sardines Blueberries Spinach Cantaloupe Strawberries Carrots Sweet Potato Cheese (In Moderation*) Yogurt Chicken Eggs Green Beans Kale...

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Vaccines for Kittens and Cats

Vaccines for Kittens and Cats

Keep in mind that all cats are unique. Your Animal Hospital of Parkland vet will discuss your dog’s planned lifestyle and risks, and then make recommendations and customize vaccines for your pet. A...

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Local Dog Trainers

Local Dog Trainers

Crawford Canine Connection 425-330-9639 Email Lorenzo’s Dog Training 866-436-4959 Ahimsa Dog Training Seattle 206-364-4072 925 NW 49th St C, Seattle, WA 98107 Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Seattle...

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How to Hire a Dog Trainer

How to Hire a Dog Trainer

©ASPCA Virtual Pet Behaviorist All Rights Reserved It is advised that dog owners call, interview, and ideally observe a trainer prior to hiring them. Do not consider using a trainer or training...

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Weekend Crate Training

Weekend Crate Training

© 2010 ASPCA. All Rights Reserved Some trainers and behaviorists recommend introducing your dog to a new crate very gradually, over a period of a week or more. This method works well for timid dogs...

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Crate Training Basics

Crate Training Basics

© 2010 ASPCA. All Rights Reserved Why Crate Train Your Dog? Used properly, a crate is an effective short-term tool for managing and training your dog. If you train your dog to be content in a crate,...

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