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Presenting: America's Top 10 Shelter Dog Makeovers of 2021
(BPT) - Millions of dogs enter shelters each year. And while rescue organizations work tirelessly, the sad truth is that fewer than half of these dogs are getting the grooming they need due to a lack of resources. The effects of neglect, or a life on the street, can often overshadow the beauty that ... MORE
6 ways to keep your pets safer this fall
(BPT) - Americans are passionate about many things - but would it surprise you to learn that pets rank at the top of the list? A whopping 90.5 million households, or approximately 70% of all American households, own at least one pet, and they play a significant role in our lives. So it's no surprise ... MORE
Pet owner? How to be prepared for fire or carbon monoxide danger
(BPT) - Pets nationwide are considered beloved members of the family. Pet ownership throughout the U.S. has skyrocketed, with approximately 12.6 million Americans opening their home to a new pet since March 2020, according to a study by the American Pet Products Association.Whether you're a first-ti ... MORE
Trails & Tails: A Helpful Guide For Adventuring With Pets [Infographic]
(BPT) - There are few things pets love more than an outdoor adventure with their humans. A walk around the block is great. However, exploring a new trail alongside their best friend - the smells, the critters, the views! - that's nirvana. Go on and give your pet a real treat, and explore the great o ... MORE
Quiz: Could your dog have painful joints?
(BPT) - If dogs could talk, they'd probably say things like, 'Treat, please,' 'Ball!' and 'Rub my belly.' Some dogs may add 'Ouch' to their vocabulary. Why? Because one in five dogs suffers from painful joints caused by canine osteoarthritis (OA), according to estimates. Since dogs can't say they're ... MORE
PTSD service dogs can change veterans' lives
(BPT) - Imagine nightmares limiting you to a few hours of sleep a night, feeling too scared to drive or take a walk, and staying inside your home week after week due to anxiety. This was the reality for Tishawna of St. Louis, Missouri, a veteran with post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly referred ... MORE
This National Preparedness Month, Prepare for Your Pets [Video]
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Three reasons to adopt a pet right now
(BPT) - If you've always wanted an animal companion, or even if you already have a dog or cat but have room for more, now is the perfect time to adopt a pet. While there are plenty of good reasons to adopt a furry friend - from the joy they bring to the love and care you can provide them - there are ... MORE
5 tips for a pet-friendly outdoor space
(BPT) - Since the start of the pandemic, approximately 12.6 million U.S. households have adopted new pets, according to a COVID-19 Pulse Study by the American Pet Products Association. Simultaneously, the popularity of outdoor living spaces has also spiked. To ensure your backyard is a welcoming ret ... MORE
How to prepare your pet for the return to in-person work
(BPT) - As millions of U.S. employees anticipate a potential return to in-person work, some concerns are cropping up for pet parents and their furry family members. Many pet parents - including the over 2 million who have adopted dogs and cats from shelters just over the past year - are now consider ... MORE
Top 5 things to look for when buying dog food
(BPT) - Dogs are the most common pet in America because of the love, comfort and companionship they provide to their families. According to the American Pet Products Association, 70% of U.S. households have one or more dogs, which equates to 90.5 million households. Pet adoptions specifically have s ... MORE
Picture perfect pup: 5 easy dog photography tips
(BPT) - Loyal, loving, quirky and kind - a dog brings so much joy to life. It comes as no surprise that pet parents take ample pictures of furry family members. Dogs are a favorite subject matter for amateur and professional photographers, and countless framed photographs and slews of social media i ... MORE
Build a stronger bond with your pet through love languages
(BPT) - A warm embrace, a thoughtful gift, a love letter - these are a few ways that people show and feel affection. Like us, pets crave affection too.Pets provide so much love and companionship to people, and they deserve to feel that love in return. Just as each pet has their own personality, they ... MORE
How pet-friendly policies can ease the transition back to the office
(BPT) - With many offices welcoming back employees over the next few months, employers and employees alike are wondering what their new workplace will look like, and how smoothly the transition will go. Working from home has had plenty of challenges over the past year, but also has offered many peop ... MORE
Adopting a new cat? 5 tips for new cat parents
(BPT) - Welcoming a new cat or kitten into your home is an exciting event. However, like any new experience, it can feel daunting to prepare your home for your new furry family member. Now is the peak season for finding kittens and adult cats available for adoption, as it's the height of the kitten ... MORE
How the relationship with our pets continues to grow [Video]
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Expert tips to ease pandemic pets’ anxiety
(BPT) - Pet adoption rates skyrocketed in 2020, with nearly 1 in 2 Gen Zers adopting a pet during the pandemic. For pets, the past year at home has meant more walks, constant belly rubs and endless treats. As restrictions ease, businesses return to the office and kids go back to in-person learning, ... MORE
Lessons from the pandemic: How the relationship with our pets continues to grow
(BPT) - The pandemic has brought with it a number of challenges, from quarantining to social distancing and remote working - all of which resulted in more time at home. For some, this meant more quality time with family, including pets. According to a survey by the makers of Seresto, more than one-i ... MORE
Finding harmony: You, your cat and the litter box
(BPT) - The joys of being a cat parent are endless, yet nothing is quite like the stress of creating a perfect litter box setup that you can feel good about. Cats can be picky, so it can be challenging to appease their needs while also making the box a less intrusive part of the household. Discord o ... MORE
Arthritis in dogs: Is your playful pup a couch potato in the making? [Infographic]
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5 tips for living your best life with your new pet
(BPT) - Over the past year, pet adoptions have surged with many welcoming new dogs and cats into their homes for the first time. Adopting a pet brings lots of enjoyment, love and a very special bond between humans and their four-legged friends.New pets also bring new responsibilities and country sta ... MORE
7 ways to help pet welfare organizations in need
(BPT) - Approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter animal shelters across the U.S. each year, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. With so many pets in need of a home, animal shelters and rescue groups often struggle to keep up - and many could use your ... MORE
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