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Why Structure Is Important When Training Your Dog

To help ensure training success, and keep your dog living her best life, some rules and structure will always be necessary. Dogs thrive on...

How to relieve emotional stress — in you and your dog

Our dogs can pick up on our stress, so it’s important to be aware of how we’re feeling when we’re around them. Here’s a...

Cat pheromones 101

If you have a cat, you’ve probably heard the term “pheromones” used once or twice. But what are they, exactly, and what do they...

How to get out and about with your dog safely this...

Taking your dog on regular outings is important. But it can also be stressful, especially amid a global pandemic! Here are a few tips...

6 ways to calm a stressed cat

Some cats seem especially prone to getting stressed, and it can be challenging to find the cause. Cats get stressed much as we do....

Music offers many benefits to dogs and cats

Music isn’t just for us! Research shows that certain melodies can have a profoundly calming effect on our animal companions. You’re probably familiar with songs...

How to keep your cat calm around house guests

Expecting guests this holiday season? Here’s how to ensure your cat doesn’t get too stressed about the strangers in his home. It’s no secret that...

Sound-absorbing panels in shelters keep dogs calmer

Some animal shelters are investing in sound-absorbing panels that help reduce the stress of their  four-legged residents. Barking-induced stress is a universal problem in animal...

6 steps to mastering “cat-mindfulness”

You don’t need to take a course to master mindfulness – let your feline friend be your teacher! Mindfulness is not a new fad. It...

Natural remedies for canine anxiety

Is your dog a “nervous Nelly?“ Anxiety is common in our canine companions, so here’s  how to help him chill using a holistic, natural...

Flower essences for anxious dogs

Flower essences can help relieve your dog's stress. Modern life is full of things that can make a dog nervous. From the constant assault of...

Meditation for you and your pets

Dogs and cats, through their close connection to us, are aware of and deeply affected by the stress we endure. When we are stressed,...

Easing your dog’s fear of thunder

Does your dog duck for cover whenever thunder claps? These simple simple solutions can help you ease his fear. A beautiful summer afternoon can take...

Acupressure for newly adopted dogs

Bringing home a new adopted dog can be stressful for him and your existing animals. Learn how acupressure can help keep the peace and...

Hypnotism for dogs

Hypnotism for dogs...is it a creative solution for anxiety, or a quack cure? According to one man, dog hypnotism is a surefire solution to your...

Stress busters for your dog

Stress and tension can be as much an issue for dogs as for humans. Here are some gentle and natural ways to calm your...

How to prepare your cat for an emergency

An emergency can strike anyplace, anytime, and may mean you have to evacuate your home. Do you have a disaster plan in place for...

Separation anxiety — could you be making it worse?

Could you be making your dog's separation anxiety worse? You may be contributing to his fear without even realizing it. Wendy adopted a collie mix recently....

How to handle cat fights

When my two kitties kept getting into cat fights, I tried everything to solve the problem. The solution? I let them work out their...

How to use acupressure to prevent dog fights

It's not uncommon for fights to break out in multi-dog households. Acupressure helps calm canines and sets the stage for a harmonious environment. Bruin is...

11 foods for anxiety in dogs

Is anxiety making your dog antsy? This healthy and flavorful fare will help your furry companion chill. Many years ago, I dealt with a dog in...

Stress-free holiday tips for your cat

The holiday season might be exciting for us, but all the disruption can be upsetting for your cat. Here’s how to help her through...

Five element theory for dogs

It can be difficult to get an anxious or overexcited pooch to chill out. Here’s how a wellness approach based on five element theory...

Color harmonics for dog health

Your dog can pick up on your emotions and stress, and may suffer because of it. Chromatherapy or color harmonics can help calm and...

Preparing your cat for an emergency

An emergency can strike anyplace, anytime, and may mean you have to evacuate your home. Do you have a disaster plan in place for...

Does your dog display these calming signals?

You’re stressed out and your dog seems to be going out of his way to do the opposite of what you want. He may...

Animal fireworks safety

Fireworks are fun for us, but they can terrify dogs and cats. The explosions of noise and light can be a genuine source of...

Canine grooming products

Take a look at the huge variety of specialty spa-type grooming products for dogs, including “finishers”, fragrances and other luxury items. Many grooming products on...

Aromatherapy for dogs

Wild about aromatherapy? Take a look at some popular essential oils and the benefits they offer dogs! Have you hopped on the aromatherapy train yet?...

Using body language to train your dog

Using body language to communicate with your dog is a skill that takes practice but a lot of communication will develop naturally as a...

How music affects your animals

Music affects our dogs in a profound way. Let's take a closer look. Music can have a profound effect on our lives. It can make...

6 ways to make dog training easier

Dog training is a two way street. It's your dog's job to learn the appropriate behaviors, but it's up to you to figure out...