Keeping Pets Stress-free During the Fourth of July

Keeping Pets Stress-free During the Fourth of July

Summer is in full swing, which means long, sunny days and cool, firefly-filled evenings. This time of year, however, it’s important to remember as fun as the Fourth of July can be, your pets may not enjoy it as much. The boom of fireworks will start to fill the air...
The (Not So) Surprising Intelligence of Wildlife

The (Not So) Surprising Intelligence of Wildlife

We humans can be smug about our intelligence. One definition of intelligence is the ability to successfully cope with reality. By that definition, every animal species has its own intelligence edge. After all, when’s the last time you saw a person build a nest out of...
Dog Park Etiquette

Dog Park Etiquette

Dog parks, enclosed areas where dogs can play together off-leash, have become very popular, and with good reason. They can be a wonderful way to socialize your dog with other dogs, and allow boisterous dogs to burn off excess energy. A tired dog is a happy dog! There...
Cancer in Pets

Cancer in Pets

Seeing that pets have a long and healthy life is the goal of many a pet owner, and keeping a close eye on our pets’ health can help ensure they are part of our life for the long haul. Cancer is one of the many challenging afflictions that can affect a pet’s health....
Protect Backyard Bunny Nests

Protect Backyard Bunny Nests

The birds have begun chirping, the flowers are blooming and springtime showers are falling. As spring continues rolling in, bunny nest season is upon us. April means birthing season for rabbits, and nests are popping up in backyards across Ohio. Bunny nests are small...