Deciding to acquire a pet cremation service is an important decision for many people. Because pets are family to many owners, the idea of leaving a pet at a vet’s office or performing a backyard memorial can be too emotional. Therefore, understanding how to choose funeral services for a pet will help owners to cope [...]

If you are a pet owner, your pet is a beloved member of your family. You buy treats and toys and sometimes even costumes to keep your pet happy and an integral part of the family. But, what about your pet’s health? In the midst of all the fun, it is vital that pet owners [...]

Bringing home a puppy is a heartwarming and fun experience… whether you’re a kid or an adult. You might think of your puppy as a new best friend – but your role as a puppy parent is even more crucial. Puppies grow more in their first year than any other time in their life, and [...]

People are social and we all value our interactions with friends and family. While you might not think the same of cats, people who have more than one can attest that having multiple cats can make everyone in the household ~ two-legged and four-legged ~ a little happier. “Cats need stimulation, friendship, companionship, play and [...]

The Community Pet Project is a non-profit organization committed to raising funds that will help those in Greenville County who cannot afford necessary pet care. These funds will drive their mission to see that no animal (dog, cat, bird, horse, etc…) in our community is denied immediate medical services, essential grooming, or food. In providing [...]

We all know that dogs are genetically engineered to want to please us, but obviously, some try a little harder than others in that endeavor.  It seems that some breeds of dogs can be so stubborn and headstrong that they are practically impossible to train.  So what is the most appropriate training method available which [...]

We are rapidly approaching the holiday season, and that means trips to see Grandma and Grandpa, the kids, and maybe even a vacation trip. Now is the time to start thinking about what you are going to do with Fido and Kitty. An excellent choice might be hiring a Pet Sitter. Some animals might enjoy [...]

The modern terminology is  Thunder Anxiety… Our dog Jocassee recently developed Thunderstorm Anxiety after lightning struck very close to him while he was on our porch. Now, as soon as he hears the distant thunder (long before we ever hear it) he begins to pant and pace around the house. If it occurs at night, [...]

About 65 percent of American households have pets, and we spend nearly $35 billion dollars a year on these companion animals. (Lucky dogs.) Our pets clearly have us wrapped around their little paws, but what do we get from them in return? There are the obvious answers–companionship, unconditional love, a best friend, some slipper-fetching. But [...]