Many parents are no stranger to the constant nagging for a family pet. To children, a dog to play with is way cooler than any friend or computer game could ever be. But did you know that a family dog can actually benefit your child in numerous ways? It’s not all playing and fun –…
Keeping your cat happy and hydrated can be a bit of a challenge for some cat owners. Cats tend not to drink much water because their prey, in the wild, are usually very high in water. Mice, for example consist of approximately 70% water. Therefore the diet of a domestic cat usually doesn’t deliver the…
They may be portrayed in cartoons and films as traditional enemies but it can be possible for dogs and cats to get on in the same household. If the situation is handled carefully, they could end up being life-long buddies. Follow this guide to introducing these four-legged family members to each other. Prepare the ground…
If you’re planning on getting a puppy, there are a few ways you should prepare before bringing them home. Time Before even thinking about getting a dog, ask yourself if you have enough time. This isn’t a pet that you can buy and then just leave them at home all day while you’re at work…
Reisterstown, MD – Pets for Patriots, a program at Baltimore Humane Society to help ease the transition of veterans and service members is also helping to end animal homelessness. This Memorial Day we want to remind the members of our military community of our free pet adoption program at Baltimore Humane Society for all military…
Many parents consider adding a pet to their family unit. That is a fantastic idea because it helps to teach kids respect for animals. However, you shouldn’t just go out and purchase a dog without first making some preparations. With that in mind, we wanted to release a post that would help to point you…
We love to pamper our pets. They often become part of the family as soon as we bring them home, carving out a steadfast place for them in our hearts. Some of us like to show our appreciation for their unconditional love by showering them with gifts. The market for pet products and services has…
Yulin officials have banned the sale of all dog meat for one week from the summer solstice festival, aka the Yulin Dog Meat festival. A very important domino to fall in our efforts to topple the dog meat trade. UNTIL NO DOG IS EATEN FOR FOOD, OUR WORK TO END THE DOG MEAT TRADE CONTINUES.…
If you’re thinking of getting a puppy or a grown dog, then one of the first things you need to consider is their training. A lot of new dog owners become demotivated because their new canine friend doesn’t seem to respond to basic commands that other dog owners use on a regular basis. This is…
BETHESDA, Md.– April 27, 2017 – Through the innovative Wait Until 8 program, Alley Cat Allies is helping shelters and communities work together to save orphaned kittens from being killed. The program empowers people to become at-home kitten caregivers for neonatal kittens until they reach eight weeks of age and are available for adoption. “Every year, well-meaning people find…