Our homes, gardens and yards are full of items that can be potentially hazardous to our furry family members and, as they are part of our family, it is our responsibility to help keep them safe. Little things laying around like coins, batteries, jewelry, paper clips, rubber bands, buttons, string … [Read more...] about Keeping Pets Safe in the Home and Garden
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Dogs May Suffer as Owners Return to Busy Lives
The more than 15 months of the COVID-19 saga have brought many changes for pets, some favorable and others sad, such as becoming homeless when a family had to move because of an eviction after jobs and income were lost. Jennifer Brehler, executive director of the Humane Society of Sedona, said … [Read more...] about Dogs May Suffer as Owners Return to Busy Lives
Rough Year for Pets, Too
It’s tricky enough to match up homeless pets with new owners, but the upheavals of 12 months of pandemic conditions have added to the challenges of animal adoption. In some cases, it also has added new difficulties to the world of pet ownership. Sudden changes for families facing unemployment … [Read more...] about Rough Year for Pets, Too
Support Limited for Suffering Cats and Dogs
Slowed throughout the pandemic, but not forgotten, the goal at Red Rose Inspiration for Animals continues to remain top of mind for the founder. Since 2009, Tina Allegrezza has been working to help animals through emotional or physical issues, plus paying for medical and dental care through her … [Read more...] about Support Limited for Suffering Cats and Dogs
Providing Dental Care for Dogs and Cats
Oral hygiene is just as important for pets as it is for people. In fact, 50% of dogs and cats older than three years have gum (periodontal) disease, making it the most common disease suffered by small pets. Periodontal disease develops when plaque builds up on teeth and hardens into tartar. This … [Read more...] about Providing Dental Care for Dogs and Cats
Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Wouldn’t it be great to not be judged about your job, your home, your car, your looks? Wouldn’t it be great to be greeted at the door with loads of love when you come home? Wouldn’t it be great to have a walking buddy every day or someone to snuggle with on the couch every night? Yes, it would! All … [Read more...] about Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Houseplants Safe for Dogs and Cats
We dog and cat lovers know that some houseplants should not be in our homes. The furry friends in our lives are worth more in the hours of unconditional love they shower on us than those few houseplants we must sacrifice on their behalf. Cats and puppies instinctively like to nibble on greens, so we … [Read more...] about Houseplants Safe for Dogs and Cats
