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Cannabis sativa is believed to have evolved in the Steppes of Central Asia in an area that is now Mongolia and southern Siberia.  Two… by Robert Reed, DVM, MSES, MPA The passage of Prop 64 made it legal for Californians to possess marijuana for personal use and rekindled interest… All cat owners know that cats […]

Organized dog sports (with a certified professional dog trainer) are a safe and structured way to participate in fun activities with your dog. Did you… Quirky and fearless, this Patterdale terrier will steal your heart (or, if you aren’t careful, your stick!) If you’ve ever been near the top of… Exercise, we all know, is […]

It’s summer in Southern California and that means pups and their people are looking for the coolest places to chill out. We sent our… From Rescue Dog to Hyatt Regency Ambassador by Pam Price Drive up ‘the hill’ to Idyllwild for a pet-friendly escape Are you tired of imposing on your friends or spending a […]

So, what do you think? Does your dog know where home is? The answer is both yes and no. I hear dog owners say all… 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… K9 Nose work is a fun, […]

“He’s slowing down.” “She didn’t seem to see the curb last night!” “We didn’t used to have his teeth cleaned so often.” “He’s having… A study by the NSF* rated pet water bowls as the fourth dirtiest spot in a home. Water bowls are the breeding grounds for… For most of us the loss of […]

by Lillian Roberts, DVM, Country Club Animal Clinic MRSA has been in the news a lot in the past several years, and pet owner sometimes ask… by Lillian Roberts, DVM Country Club Animal Clinic According to Wikipedia, Anxiety is defined as follows:  “… an emotion characterized by an unpleasant state of inner… By Robert Reed DVM, […]

Our contributor Pamela Price recently assisted with the rescue of Lulu, a three pound Maltese. Lulu was abandoned in San Jacinto in a crate…   If you enjoy Halloween and dressing up your furry companions, we are giving away one of each of these: AKC Troll dog costume,… From Waste Disposal to Grooming Schools, the […]

It’s no secret that pets and their people love to visit the Palm Springs area to soak up the sun, kick back and recharge… When Valerie Masi, owner of Best Paw Forward, met a litter of English Mastiff puppies in Morongo, CA she took a long time to… During “season” here in Coachella valley, one […]

The holidays bring potential dangers to curious cats. Seemingly benign decorations can turn into a medical emergency if ingested, for example. To follow are… Who among the pet-loving community does not want their dogs to live forever? When pets start experiencing the effects of aging, or become disabled… Photography by Alicia Bailey Friends of the […]

  If you enjoy Halloween and dressing up your furry companions, we are giving away one of each of these: AKC Troll dog costume,… What’s an “exotics” veterinarian, you ask? Don’t worry, it’s not anything mysterious or foreign. It actually refers to veterinarians that specialize in pets that… Sometimes, just when you least expect it, […]

The Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter note that “Foster guardians are special people … compassionate souls who open their hearts and homes… Our pets are family. In fact, many pet parents will say their pets are their “kids,” or even their soul mates. They are our… Summer is here and Coachella Valley temperatures […]

Patch the yellow lab has been on the job for just a year, but he’s already made himself indispensible, and not for the reasons… So, what do you think? Does your dog know where home is? The answer is both yes and no. I hear dog owners say all… Raising a good dog or rescuing […]

Looking for a groomer or spa for your dog or cat? We’ve provided a list below of many Southern California businesses. If we missed… Looking for boarding, daycare or a sitter for your dog or cat? We’ve provided a list below of many Southern California businesses. If we… From Waste Disposal to Grooming Schools, the […]