LifestyleRescue & Adoption Organizations If you’ve been following your local animal shelters in the news and social media, you’re likely aware that most are jam-packed with large breed dogs. Shelters nationwide are dealing with a perfect storm of circumstances that has caused a flood of owner surrenders and an uptick in probable abandonment cases. As […]
Have you ever witnessed or thought about if while walking your dog, or perhaps even when your dog is in your yard, an off-leash dog or wild animal like a coyote or snake, quickly approaches and attempts to bite or injure your pooch? Or perhaps you’ve been to a dog park and watched two dogs […]
We all know or have seen examples of cats and dogs living together in harmony—or, in some cases, observing an extended cease-fire. Still, many dogs and cats are not good candidates for living with the other species. And even if they are, peaceful coexistence often requires careful planning, introductions, and ongoing management. Here are some […]
May is National Pet Month, an annual celebration dedicated to promoting responsible pet ownership, encouraging pet adoption, and celebrating the special bond between pets and their owners.With millions of households across the world owning at least one pet, National Pet Month is an opportunity to recognize the many benefits of pet ownership, including improved mental […]
Ah, puppies. Is there anything more adorable? The thrill of bringing a new puppy into your life is big. And it’s just as thrilling for children. When done right, it can also be the beginning of a beautiful friendship. The challenge is getting things right from the start. First Impressions Matter Leaving their home, mom, […]
Photos courtesy Country Club Animal Clinic Most of the time, when you take your pet to the vet, all you really see is the waiting room and the exam room. The harried, usually masked, receptionist is the main face you see. Sometimes the vet’s assistant will take your pet “in back” for a procedure—to trim […]
Just like the rock band for which she’s named, the black-and-white-masked Kiss never gives up, even when people might count her out. Like KISS, whose members have been rocking for 47 years, she keeps coming back, stronger each time, just when you think she’s thrown in the towel. KISS the band is traveling the world […]
Spring is here and, with the change of the season, our snake popultion becomes more active. Here are some quick tips: Spring is the breeding season for rattlesnakes. It is also their time of greatest activity. Their drive to reproduce and feed can cause aggressive behavior. Rattlesnake bites occur frequently during this time of year […]
When JetBlue’s inaugural flight between New York (JFK) and Palm Springs (PSP) landed on January 14th around 10 pm, there was a slight chill in the air, due in part to a theatrical “water cannon” welcome choreographed by the Palm Springs Fire Department. A welcome reception at the Palm Springs Airport was in full swing […]
Ayala Bratt is not your average tattoo artist. At only 23 years old, she’s made a name for herself as one of the best pet tattoo artists around. Originally from Israel, she moved to Las Vegas a year and a half ago to pursue her passion for tattooing. COURTESY AYALA BRATT Ayala’s journey to becoming […]
Photography by Anabel Dflux As our regular readers may remember, Pet Companion Magazine’s summer 2021 issue brought you coverage of the Purina® Pro Plan® Incredible Dog Challenge® (IDC) West Coast Regional Event, which showcased dogs from all over the country competing in events they’d been invited to participate in, ranging from freestyle flying disc to diving dogs. One of […]
With the weather changing and holiday festivities just around the corner, it’s time to take a little pause. At my house, we’re making a list of things that need to get done to wrap up 2021 and head into the new year feeling organized. From year-end wellness exams to end-of-the-year donations, I’ve got it all […]
Currently, my clientele consists of 80% doodles. There is an explosion of doodles—the original Australian Labradoodle, Labradoodle, Goldendoodle, Bernadoodle, Sheepadoodle, Schnoodle, Cockapoo, Maltipoo … and the list keeps growing. The typical cost is $2,500, regardless of generation and breeding. It Started With the Labradoodle The Australian Labradoodle was created for a woman who was visually […]
If you’re a cat owner, you may or may not have heard of a relatively common condition in older felines known as hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine, or hormonal, disease that affects the thyroid gland. I would wager most of us don’t really spend too much time thinking about our thyroid glands, but for their […]