Should I DNA Test My Dog?

If you happen to follow any pet owners on social…

What You Need to Know About De-Icing Salts to Keep Pets Safe 

If you live in cold country, you know that snow and…

Diabetes in Dogs: Know the Symptoms 

November is National Pet Diabetes Month, and if your pet…

The Doggie & Kitty Heimlich-like Maneuver 

If an object lodges in front of your dog or cat’s trachea (aka windpipe), rather…

Your Pets Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving is a day to cherish time with your family…

5 Strategies to Keep Thanksgiving Toxin-Free

Thanksgiving is a fun holiday for humans, but for pets, it…

How to Keep Your Dog from Begging on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, with the promise of delectable and mouth-watering foods on…

Creating Special Memories During Your Pet’s Senior Years

Your furry best friend is not moving the way he used…

The Benefits of Pumpkin & Cinnamon for Dogs 

The sight of pumpkins and scent of cinnamon let us…

3 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Cat

Kittens are adorable and when a family is considering adopting…

Tips for Living With A Diabetic Pet

November is National Pet Diabetes Month, and if your pet…

5 Reasons to Volunteer at Your Local Animal Shelter

Many people are good at finding reasons why not to…

Tips on Caring for Your Senior Dog 

Changes in medicine and technology are making it possible for…

Canine Lymphoma: What You Need To Know

Sadly, lymphoma is a fairly common disease in dogs —…

Your Pet’s Senior Wellness Exam

When you first bring a dog or cat into your life,…

5 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Pet 

Puppies and kittens are adorable.  They look great in photos,…

7 Foods to Cook For Your Dog

November 1st is National Cook For Your Pet Day, and…

National Pit Bull Awareness Month

All October long is National Pit Bull Awareness Month. Many…

3 Facts You Didn’t Know About Your Dogs Tongue

Why are we talking about our dog’s tongue right now?…

Signs and Symptoms of Ulcers in Dogs

Stomach ulcers in dogs are more common than you would…

Get Down on All Fours to Keep Your Pets Safe 

Take a moment to look at your house and yard from your…

What to Budget For When Adopting A Dog

When Adopting a new pet it is usually an exciting…

What to Do With Feral Cats In Your Neighborhood

Most likely, there are feral cats around where you live…

October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

Tips and tricks to help your new family member adapt…

Why is Chocolate So Toxic to Dogs? 

Halloween is right around the corner, which means chocolate. Lots…

Keep Spooky Season Scary For People, Not Pets

PetFirst helps pet owners keep dogs and cats safe with…

Top 5 Halloween Pet Safety Tips 

What is fun for us, is not always fun for…

9 Fun Things to do with Your Dog This Fall

Everything is more fun when done with your best friend,…

5 Ways To Help A Dog Suffering From Separation Anxiety  

Does your dog act “over-the-top” when you come home, whether…

National Pet Obesity Awareness Day

Do you notice that Rover is getting a little rotund? …

Adopt a Shelter Dog Month

October is known as the month of pumpkin-flavored everything, apple-picking,…

What You Need to Know About Canine Lupus

Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease that affects 1.5 million Americans,…

Get Down on All Fours to Keep Your Pets Safe

Dangers For Both Cats and Dogs Pets possess a PAWmazing…

Take a Walk! Celebrate National Walk Your Dog Week

Does your pup love to get outside and enjoy a…

Is Garlic Bad For Your Pet?

When cooking and eating, many pet owners tend to share…

How to Become a Pet Sitter

Today, there are numerous options if you’re looking for an…

Adopting Diesel: Deaf Pet Awareness Week

During the last week of September, many take the time…

How to Clicker Train Your Dog: An Introduction

Clicker training is a popular training method for animals. It…

How to Train a Deaf Dog

Whether a dog has been born deaf or becomes deaf because of…

6 Ways Dogs Enrich Our Lives

Dogs are loyal, devoted companions who both challenge us and…

Deafness and Hearing Loss in Dogs

The last week of September is known as Deaf Pet…

How to Identify a Puppy Mill Versus a Responsible Breeder

The American Kennel Club currently recognizes nearly 200 dog breeds.…

Why Adopt a Special Needs Cat 

Over 3 million cats enter a shelter somewhere in the United…

Why Adopt a Special Needs Pet?

September 17th through the 23rd is considered Adopt a Less…

How to Bathe A Dog Properly & Why It’s Important

As you may know, September is Responsible Pet Ownership Month.…

What it Takes to be A Responsible Pet Owner   

September is Responsible Pet Ownership Month. Pet ownership is undoubtedly one…

How To Effectively Check Your Dog for Ticks

Ticks are more than just a nuisance.  They can cause…

How to Focus on Holistic Health For Your Pet

You might think holistic health is just for humans, but…

Hurricane Pet Preparedness

As hurricane season is in full effect, it's important to…

What is Holistic Health for Pets?

When some people hear the term “holistic health,” they sometimes…