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Category Archives: Pet Care Corner

Cat Fun – Clicker Training Your Cat

Sherry Dunn
cat fun

So, you have a newly adopted shelter cat. Good for you and congratulations! You’ve made an excellent choice. Now, you might want to train your cat but think it’s impossible. You’ve heard that cats are untrainable. Independent. Not necessarily true! … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged Cat Fun - Clicker Training Your Cat, cat training, clicker training | Leave a reply

Hiring a Good Pet Sitter

Sherry Dunn
pet sitter

We are at the end of October, so I thought this would be a good time to start thinking about the upcoming holidays. Many people travel for the holidays and some people are not able take their pets. Pets are … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner

Fostering Pets Helps Shelters

Sherry Dunn
pet fostering

So, you can’t make up your mind if you want to be a pet owner. Maybe you’re not ready for a long-term commitment. Or you already have a pet who might need a companion. Don’t worry. I have a great … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner

Pet Safety During Natural Disasters

Sherry Dunn
pet safety during natural disasters

Caroline, my Kids’ Corner Contributing Editor, is on a well-deserved vacation for the month of July, so I’m filling in for her. I’m going to stray a bit from a shelter pet posting, but not too far. As a children’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged Oscar and Emmy weather a hurricane

Fireworks and Pets

Sherry Dunn
pets and fireworks

Have you ever stood near someone trying to open a bottle of champagne for a celebration? Many people think champagne should be opened with a big bang. But it shouldn’t be. It should be quiet, if done properly. People are … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged fireworks and pets

Vet Exam – “In the Back”

Sherry Dunn
vet exam

by Krista D. Wilkerson, DVM I have read recently multiple things speaking negatively of veterinarians. In our clinic and in many clinics, we often take pets to the treatment area for examinations. We have trained our staff to not refer … Continue reading →

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Pets with Special Needs – What You Should Know

Sherry Dunn
pets with special needs

Everyone wants that perfect pet. Many are willing to go to an animal shelter to find one. Second-hand pets make wonderful additions to someone’s home. Shelter animals deserve love, care and a bright future. Physically challenged pets are incredible and … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged disabled pets, special needs pets

Adopting a Rabbit – A Few Things to Know Ahead of Time

Sherry Dunn
adopting a rabbit

A Few Things You Should Know BEFORE Adopting a Rabbit Rabbits are cute and adorable. They are adoptable from breeders and shelters. Because of their adorable appearance, many people, especially around Easter time, adopt a rabbit on impulse. Bunny rabbits … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged rabbit care, tips for adopting a rabbit

Pet Medical Insurance: Is It Worth the Money?

Sherry Dunn
pet insurance

You’ve just adopted a shelter pet. You’ve made a first trip to the vet because caring for your animal is very important. After all, the new pet is now a family member. And what if your pet gets sick or … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner

Your First Trip to the Pet Vet with Your New Pet

Sherry Dunn
pet's first vet visit

You have just adopted a shelter pet and have given that pet a forever home. Congratulations! Now what? How about a pet vet? The #1 Item on your “To Do” list (after food, water and fun toys) is to find … Continue reading →

Posted in Pet Care Corner | Tagged pet care, pet health, taking care of a pet

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