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Holiday plants like poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly can enhance your Christmas decoration scheme. Still, your pets may not appreciate the interior landscaping. In fact, many of our most beloved holiday plants can be toxic for pets if eaten. Of course, most dogs aren't big grazers, but they are omnivores and sometimes gnaw on plants to [...]
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Thanksgiving is all about the bird. Hours go into the roasting and basting. Once the feast is over, there are turkey sandwiches, turkey potpies, and turkey casseroles to make. It is tempting to slip our dogs some meat or even make them up a plate of it as a special Thanksgiving treat with all that [...]
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Some pets love the hustle and bustle of Halloween, while others find this holiday a bit stressful. While it can be the spookiest night of the year, keeping your pets safe doesn’t have to be tricky. Here are some ASPCA recommendations with common-sense precautions to keep your pet happy and healthy. Stash the Treats The [...]
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There are many options for boarding and pet sitting, depending on where you live. Even though there is no perfect answer, knowing your pet will help make the decision clearer as to which works best for your family. What’s the difference? Years ago, the only option for pet owners was to board their pet at [...]
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Losing weight and getting fit are at the top of everyone’s New Year’s Resolutions. The gyms are packed with enthusiastic people at the start of the year, but those numbers soon decline. Here’s a way to keep yourself motivated all year long—use an enthusiastic workout buddy, your dog! Your furry friend is the perfect workout [...]
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Having a dog brings you untold happiness and provides entertainment. But did you know that owning a dog can also have potential health benefits, both mentally and physically, for you and your family? There is scientific evidence that owning a pup is good for your health. Here are some reasons why. 1. Opportunity to Exercise [...]
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We at Memorial Crossing Pet Resort want to give you some ways you can make sure you’re being a great doggy owner. You love your fur baby, but sometimes we all need reminders on how to give our dog the very best and keep him happy and healthy. 1. Follow local dog laws. Check your [...]
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It’s amazing how pet owners oftentimes are clearly cat lovers or dog lovers and, although each can tout the reasons why their preferred species is superior, there may never be a clear winner. Science demonstrates that both cats and dogs can provide health and social benefits to humans – and both cat owners and dog [...]
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Cold winter weather can limit the time pet parents spend outside with their dogs. But your dog still needs activity and stimulation in the colder months. Here are some tips to exercise your pets when the weather is challenging. 1. Walk Your Dog During winter, you can still take your dog outside for a walk. [...]
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