pet safety

  1. Pet Fun

    Halloween pet safety tips

    By Diane Mallek on Oct 14, 2012
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    Between the strange costumes, crowded Halloween bashes and the constant ringing of the doorbell, Halloween can stress out even the...
  2. Pets & Animals

    July 4th firework safety for pets

    By Patricia Conte on Jul 2, 2012
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    The July 4th holiday can be a blast! As you plan for the festivities, don’t forget to take a few simple steps to help ensure the...
  3. Dogs

    Dog breeds that can't swim

    By Virginia Chavez on Jun 5, 2012
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    What better way to cool down from a hot day than by taking a refreshing dip in the pool with your favorite four-legged friend?...
  4. Pets & Animals

    Plants that are toxic to pets

    By Alicia French on Apr 30, 2012
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    Some dogs will eat just about anything in their reach. Rocks, weeds, socks … nothing is off-limits for some pets. When you're...
  5. Pets & Animals

    Which exotic animals make good pets?

    By Jonathan Portillo on Apr 25, 2012
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    Having wildlife close to home can be an exciting way of life, but it can be a dangerous one. It's common to see more exotic pets...
  6. Cat health & conditions

    Introducing a new cat to your home

    By Nina Spitzer on Feb 21, 2012
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    People adopt a cat and then, excited about making it be part of the household, immediately let it loose into the house the minute...
  7. Pets & Animals

    Using GPS to track your pet

    By Virginia Chavez on Dec 22, 2011
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    As responsible pet owners, we take all the necessary precautions to keep our pets safe. Unfortunately, thousands of family pets end...
  8. Pets & Animals

    How to find a trustworthy pet-sitter or doggy day care

    By Virginia Chavez on Dec 16, 2011
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    Finding a responsible pet care provider while you travel can be a challenging and nerve-wracking experience. When it comes to your...
  9. Cats

    How to leave your cat home alone

    By Virginia Chavez on Dec 10, 2011
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    Is the guilt of leaving your cat home alone interfering with your travel plans? Cats may be independent by nature but that doesn't...
  10. Pets & Animals

    How to pet-proof your home

    By Kristin Julie Viola on Nov 2, 2010
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    There’s some truth to the saying “curiosity killed the cat.” After all, when left to their own devices at home, cats and dogs can...
  11. Dog health & conditions

    12 Ways to protect outside pets in winter

    By Rebecca Waldron on Jan 21, 2010
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    When the temperatures start to drop and the snow begins to fall, we turn on the heat and add more blankets to our beds. But what...
  12. Animal Welfare

    Pets and disasters

    By SheKnows Editors on Sep 9, 2009
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    Pets are part of your family so why not make arrangements for them as part of your household disaster planning? If you must evacuate...
  13. Dog health & conditions

    Protect your dog from heat stroke this summer

    By Sarah Wassner Flynn on Jun 1, 2008
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    People don't say "the dog days of summer" for nothing. Pups love the warmer weather just as much as you do. But the season's harsh...
  14. Dog health & conditions

    Tips to keep your pet and environment healthy

    By Lori Wilson on May 8, 2008
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    The City of Los Angeles' Department of Public Works, in partnership with the Department of Animal Services, has put out a list of...