Joyful Animal Care- Walking, Sitting, Etc.

06/03/2025

https://www.nylabone.com/dog101/what-is-resource-guarding

03/15/2025

Science shows losing a dog is as hard as losing a human loved one — is there a difference?

With 62% of Americans owning pets, and nearly all considering them family, the grief of losing a pet is profound and often misunderstood.

Studies show that pet loss grief mirrors that of losing a spouse or partner, as people tend to use "we" language when discussing their beloved animals. Despite this emotional connection, pet grief is often dismissed, leaving many to suffer in silence.

Researchers have identified five key themes that impact how people cope: and recover the depth of the owner’s response, the complexity of euthanasia, the isolation caused by disenfranchised grief, the distress of ambiguous loss (such as when a pet runs away), and the coping mechanisms that help individuals process their sorrow.

People navigate their grief in various ways, from honoring their pet’s memory through keepsakes and rituals to seeking comfort in social support or spirituality. While grief is deeply personal, acknowledging the pain of pet loss and offering empathy can help people heal.

As Jon Stewart tearfully said about his late rescue dog, "He was ready. He was tired, but I wasn’t." This sentiment captures the lingering heartache that many experience, proving that the loss of a pet is far more than “just a dog” or “only a cat”—it’s the loss of a family member.

Learn more: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0030222820914678

03/15/2025

03/04/2025

Wondering if incense is bad for cats? Learn about the risks of incense smoke, signs of irritation, and safe alternatives to keep your home smelling fresh.

03/04/2025

01/24/2025

A gentle resource:

Find out why dogs jump on you and your guests. Also, discover the best strategies to stop this behavior once and for all.

10/28/2024

https://www.nationalgeographic.com/lifestyle/article/best-cat-harness

Want to give your cat freedom to roam the great outdoors—while keeping native wildlife out of reach? We asked veterinarians for advice on how to give a harness a try.

07/17/2024

Dogs are easily overheated in this weather. Here's a good chart for reference.

03/25/2024

I'm cold sharing as this topic comes up frequently. Best wishes to you and your doggos!

In this episode, host Alora Mckinley sits down with Zac Pilossoph to explore the nuanced world of pet care. Together, they shed light on how to protect and n...

03/20/2024

https://www.carecredit.com/well-u/pet-care/is-your-cat-fit-or-fat/?utm_campaign=31008019&utm_medium=paidsocial&utm_source=pinterest&utm_content=389398799_581055568_211787013&sitecode=HDMXPISPON&dclid=CNnBk77PgYUDFScTiAkdr3wKXA

Learn about 11 key signs that mean your cat needs to lose weight and how to help them if they do.

02/29/2024

This is fascinating!
https://www.facebook.com/NOVApbs/videos/740069834755887/?mibextid=CDWPTG

02/10/2024

https://www.aspca.org/news/3-expert-tips-pet-safe-valentines-day?ms=em_new_apcc-valentines-day-20240209&initialms=em_new_apcc-valentines-day-20240209&utm_campaign=newsalert&utm_source=SFMC&utm_medium=email&eml_id=67627&eml_name=News+Alert+2024.02.09&utm_content=

We’re sharing three expert tips to those of you being covered in kisses by your four-legged loved ones this Valentine’s Day! Here’s how to keep them the happiest and healthiest pets around.