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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
Home improvement wave sweeps the country: 4 ways to catch it
(BPT) - With more Americans working remotely, the pandemic has sparked an unprecedented wave of home improvement projects, with three out of four homeowners reporting having completed a major upgrade since the start of 2020. People are spending more time in their homes and are thinking differently a ... 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
How to build a Westminster champion
(BPT) - It takes hard work to train a dog, but have you ever thought about what it takes to create a champion for a prestigious competition like the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show?Each year, thousands of dogs and handlers come from across the world to compete for the coveted title of 'Best in Show ... MORE
Safety fur-st: Pet safety and fire prevention tips
(BPT) - Pets nationwide are considered beloved members of the family. In fact, 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 ... MORE
3 ways you can help survivors of domestic violence and their pets
There's nothing more meaningful than the unbreakable bond people share with their pets and the joy they bring every day. Now is a great time to take the opportunity to help both pets and people in need, specifically those impacted by domestic violence. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience som ... MORE
Feeding tips for your new puppy or kitten as they grow
(BPT) - Congratulations on your new puppy or kitten! Like babies, kittens and puppies have special nutritional needs. To help establish the foundation for a future of good health, welcome your new pet with the right foods packed with proper nutrients, and feed them appropriately for their age and si ... MORE
Pet food from source to bowl: Sustainably-minded, traceable and fully pet-approved
(BPT) - Sustainable ingredient sourcing and traceability are driving factors for many of our buying decisions, whether it's what we eat, how we furnish our homes, what we wear, and now even what we feed our pets.According to a new survey from Purina, 92 percent of pet owners are interested in learni ... MORE
Is your dog walking you or are you walking your dog?
(BPT) - Dogs and leash walking go hand in hand, pun intended. Most people feel their dog's pull of excitement about what's ahead. But some dogs lag behind and even stop walking altogether. If you feel like you're dragging your dog, don't assume she's stubborn or lazy. Instead, it could be her way of ... MORE
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