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Tips for Finding the Right Vet for Your Dog or Cat

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on August 12, 2025

Choosing the right veterinarian is an essential step in ensuring your pet’s health and well-being. Whether you have a puppy or kitten, or an adult dog or cat, finding a trusted vet who understands your pet’s unique needs can make all the difference. This guide will help you navigate the process by highlighting key factors… Read More

Categories: Cats, Dogs, Pet Safety, Tips for Your Pets

Do Dogs Hold Grudges?

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on August 6, 2025

As any animal lover knows, dogs exhibit a wide range of emotions, including complex ones. While common and baseline emotions, like happiness, sadness, anger, fear and others, are easy to detect, the more complicated ones can leave you wondering if you’re seeing what you think you’re seeing or if you’re just projecting onto your pet…. Read More

Categories: Dog Training, Dogs, Tips for Your Pets

The Benefits of Massage and Reflexology for Your Dog

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on August 4, 2025

Therapeutic massages deepen the bond between you and your dog, while also helping relax them. For dog owners who want to proactively support their pup’s health and happiness, massage therapy and reflexology directly address pain as well as behavioral and emotional challenges, enhancing overall quality of life. From easing muscle soreness and supporting mobility in… Read More

Categories: Do It Yourself, Dogs, Tips for Your Pets

A Complete Guide to Puppy Socialization

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on July 23, 2025

Wondering how to help your puppy grow into a friendly and confident dog? It all starts with socialization! In this guide, we share simple tips, common mistakes, and everything you need to know to set your pup up for success, so let’s dig in! What Is Puppy Socialization and Why Is it Important? Puppy socialization… Read More

Categories: All Posts, Dogs, Puppies, Tips for Your Pets

Puppy Potty Training 101: Tips for Getting Your Pup to Go Outside

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on July 8, 2025

Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting adventure, but one of the very first and most important challenges you’ll face is potty training. Potty training your puppy not only helps keep your home clean, but also lays the foundation for good habits that will last a lifetime. While the process can feel overwhelming at first,… Read More

Categories: All Posts, Dog Training, Dogs, Tips for Your Pets

Dog Events and Activities in Pittsburgh

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on June 26, 2025

Dog Events in Pittsburgh: What to Know Pittsburgh offers a wide variety of dog-friendly events and activities throughout the year, from fun runs and festivals to large pet expos. Many of these events support local animal rescues and charities, allowing pet owners to give back while enjoying time with their dogs. Social gatherings like park… Read More

Categories: All Posts, Dogs, Pittsburgh

Why Do Dogs Lick Their Paws and What Can You Do About It?

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on June 4, 2025

Have you ever caught your pup obsessively licking their paws and wondered why they do it? You’re not alone! Paw licking is super common, and while it can look a little odd or even concerning at times, it’s often nothing to worry about. Still, it’s good to know what’s normal, what’s not, and how you… Read More

Categories: All Posts, Do It Yourself, Dogs, News/Events

The Benefits of Gua Sha for Dogs

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on May 28, 2025

You may have heard of the gua sha skincare approach for humans, but did you know this ancient technique is also gaining popularity in the pet world? That’s right, your pup can get in on the wellness action too! More pet owners are turning to gua sha for dogs as a natural way to support… Read More

Categories: Dogs, News/Events, Tips for Your Pets

Dog Training 101: Everything You Need to Know About Training Your Dog

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on May 19, 2025

Deciding to take your dog to a professional trainer can be one of the best decisions you can make as a pet owner. Not only will it make your life easier and less stressful, but it will give your pup the guidance needed to behave in appropriate ways, keep out of harm, and have a… Read More

Categories: Dog Training, Dogs

How to Prepare Your Dog for Obedience Training Classes

Posted by: Lora Shaw, on May 7, 2025

Bringing a dog into the family carries with it some responsibilities, but those responsibilities aren’t only on your shoulders! While there’s plenty we need to do as owners to keep our dogs happy, healthy, and safe, trainers help bridge the gap and get our dogs where they need to be, and our dogs themselves take… Read More