Leaving Your Dog Outside in Gwinnett County
Growing up, things were very different. All around me, several of my neighbors had dogs, sometimes several, and they all resided outside. My aunt was one of the bigger examples. She had over 20 dogs throughout my childhood into my teen years, and every last one of...
Pet Sitting VS Pet Boarding
One of the biggest things with pet owners is figuring out what to do with your little one when you have to go out of town on vacation or business, or that big wedding or family gathering. Leaving them alone only brings up anxiety and the fear that they will over eat,...
The Catnip Query
Many of us humans across the country enjoy their '4/20' on a frequent basis, whether it be for recreation, or for medical purposes. Its a very common thing that people across the world do. So when it comes to our feline friends, its a courtesy to let them join in too....
Why My Cat Won’t Pee In The Litter Box
So you love your cat and want them to have the best possible. You get a brand-new litter box, but your cat won't go in it. They just run around peeing everywhere else in the house. Without addressing this, it can become a HUGE problem very quickly. Between the strong...
How to Help Pets Affected by the Shasta County Wildfire
With nearly 177,000 acres burned or actively burning near Redding in Shasta County, it is unfortunately just another day for Northern California. Counted as one of the worst fires in California history, the Carr Fire has destroyed over 1,000 homes and has claimed the...
All About Pet Car Safety Harnesses, Crates and Other Restraints
After finally getting your pup out to the car, carrying them up to the seat and packing all the other people and things into the car, the last thing you might want to hear is that you should be strapping in your pooch. In the event of a crash, though, your dog is more...
6 Stimulating Cat Activities for Your Home
Does your cat ignore their scratching post and howl every night no matter how many feather mice you get them? The problem may not be the number of toys but how your cat’s toys are stimulating them mentally. All cats need mental and physical stimulation for a happy...
7 Tips for Having a Happy Pooch on the 4th of July (Gwinnett County fireworks locations inside)
As we fire up the barbecues and stockpile the fireworks for our nation’s loudest holiday, it may not occur to us that our pets may not be as enthusiastic. The loud noises typically found during the Fourth of July celebrations can cause panic, self-harm and hundreds of...
Anxiety and Your Pet: How to Help
For many pet owners who come home to ripped up pillows, terrified cats, and overstressed dogs, anxiety is a very familiar, but little discussed, problem. This is why we are examining anxiety in pets, in honor of both Pet Anxiety Awareness Week (which takes place from...
THE PERFECT GIFT FOR YOUR PETS
There are tons of pet owners out there who love their pets, and then there are those pet owners who thinks that fluffy understands what the holidays are. But to most, giving a gift to a pet is more about telling the pet how much you love them. The average person...
BEST PET TRAILS NEAR GWINNETT COUNTY
If you are familiar with Atlanta, GA, you know it has become a huge mecca for all things entertainment. And as such, this city has begun to grow and grow. For the pet owner, finding a good place to walk your little companion that isn't too crowded or overpopulated can...
WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A PROFESSIONAL PET SITTER
You have planned the vacation of your dreams; all things are set. And in just a few weeks, you'll be off and enjoying a wonderful 10-day vacation with, or to see your family, go on a cruise, or just get away for a while. You have already shelled out so much money, you...
The Hidden Danger of Xylitol
What is Xylitol? Xylitol is a natural substance often substituted as a sweetener due to its low caloric content, glycemic index, and slow absorption rate in the human digestive system. Chemically, xylitol is a sugar alcohol (or polyalcohol) that contains two-thirds...
5 Myths About Grain-Free Dog Food
We all want the best food for our pets, but what does that mean? With the recent push for celiac disease acceptance bringing more foods without gluten, dog food providers have also been jumping on the grain-free wagon. As it turns out, research does not support...
Treats 101 – Utilizing Food Reward to Help Create Positive Associations
As a positive dog trainer, I utilize food rewards to help create positive associations and reinforce learned and desired behaviors. There are many different options to choose from but I often find myself falling back on certain foods and brands of treats time and time...
Cat Plague Makes A Resurgence – Should I be worried?
Forty years ago, feline parvovirus was the reason most cats died an early death. While it is the first vaccine a cat will have, cases of the infection are almost never reported. After years of rigorous vaccination standards and feral cat population control, feline...
A Quick Guide to Dog Play
Snellville Dog Trainer writes that without an understanding of dog body language and behavior, dog owners may accidentally label dangerous fighting as play or positive interactions as aggression. Dog-to-dog play is a healthy behavior most dogs choose to take part in,...
Can Cats Be Healthy Vegans?
The diet of America is changing; more and more people are adopting vegetable-based diets, either for health or philosophical reasons. Lucky for our pets, we love including them in our lifestyle choices. This has launched a thousand pet food brands advertising...