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Don't forget to take your dog for a walk! We want to know what kind of leash you use for your dog? There are so many different kinds- what works best for you and your pup? Old school leather? Thunderleash no-pull? Hands free?... Cycle dog recycled leash? LED glow leash? Long line leash? Leashboss padded hiking leash? Traffic leash? Slip lead? Basic nylon? Tag you favorite brand in the comments below to help someone who might be looking for a new leash!

Did you know that January is National Train Your Dog Month? Winter can drag on forever, but setting a few training goals will help you and your dog pass the time, and have fun together. Check out our latest blog post for tips on successfully training your pooch.

Did you cuddle up yesterday!? Tag us in your cuddle photos!

Happy National Bird Day! Here are seven reasons that birds make good pets: 1. They are intelligent 2. Suited for stay-at-home households 3. Require minimal grooming... 4. Social with both humans and other animals 5. Relatively inexpensive to feed 6. Thrive in small living spaces depending on the size of the bird 7. Long-Lived companions Do you own a pet bird? Tell us your top reasons that they make a great pet! Thank you @how.to.parrot for this amazing video!

I think we can all agree that it's time to put 2020 to bed for good and say hello to 2021! Stay safe tonight friends and family. <3 CC: @plumestagram

With the approaching holidays, you may have more tasty chocolate treats in your home than usual. Chocolate is extremely tempting for pets, especially dogs, who may decide to help themselves when you’re not looking. What danger does chocolate pose to your pet, and why should you be concerned? Our latest blog post can help answer those questions.

I am gorgeous. You will worship me. Love, Your Cat Help us caption this photo!... #nationalcatday aka. #everydayisnationalcatday

Have you: Scheduled your pet's next routine checkup? Microchipped your pet & updated the information? Checked your home for toxic materials and pet-proofed accordingly?... Created an emergency kit for your pet in case of a disaster? A Checked your home for toxic materials and pet-proofed accordingly?

All the yummy treats! What is your favorite? Of course, we have to caveat... Keep people-treats away from your pets!

Let's see your pet costumes! Share your dressed-up-fur-babies in the comments...

It's nearing that time of year! Have you started planning your family photos yet? We're curious: do you include your pet in your family photos?

Understandably, adopting a shelter dog can be difficult when you have small children at home. How do you know how well a rescue will respond to children of all ages? Here are some things you can observe and ask at the shelter before you adopt: 1. How tense do they get when petted, nudged, or approached while eating?... 2. How tense do they get when petted, nudged, or approached while chewing on a rawhide or pig's ear? 3. How tolerant are they having their body handled (being hugged, hugged longer than they might want, being restrained, or being held back) 4. What are their predatory excitement levels and how stimulated do they get by running or squealing toys/things? 5. How roughly do they play? 6. How sensitive are they to their size? ie. are they brutal or gentle and respectful of their size and the size of humans? 7. How affectionate/loving/congenial/social are they? See more

2020 has been an "off" year for you too, huh?

Make a Difference for Pets in Need during Adopt a Shelter Dog Month For millions of dogs, there’s something special about the month of October. No, it’s not holiday sweaters or Halloween treatsit’s the promise of a better life. You see, October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, which means it’s the perfect opportunity to help homeless animals in shelters all across America find loving, happy homes. If you're not sure how to find a local shelter, check out the ASPCA shelter finder: https://www.aspca.org/adopt-pet/find-shelter

It's National Walk Your Dog Week! Top 5 Benefits of Walking Your Dog: 1. Less destructive behavior... 2. Less hyperactivity 3. Helps with weight control 4. Helps with digestion 5. Keeps joints healthier See more

This unlikely duo is melting our hearts! Do your dog and cat get along THIS well?

16% of dogs are SERIOUS eaters. What constitutes "serious"? They've been caught 5+ times in the act! Have you ever caught your dog eating ? There’s a scientific name for this habit coprophagia (kop-ruh-fey-jee-uh)and also both behavioral and physiological reasons why some dogs view as a delicacy.... Consult with your vet to rule out: -Parasites -Diets deficient in nutrients and calories -Malabsorption syndromes -Diabetes -Cushing’s -Thyroid disease -& other conditions that might cause an increase in appetite In many cases, dogs start to eat their own because of some kind of environmental stress or behavioral triggers, including: -Isolation -Restrictive Confinement -Anxiety -Attention-Seeking -Inappropriate association with real food (fed near ) -Scenting it on their mothers -Living with a sick or elderly dog Read more (including how to STOP -eating behavior), here: https://bit.ly/why-do-dogs-eat-poop