Winter weight gain dangerous to your pet
It is common for humans to struggle with winter weight gain. Whether the struggle is in preventing it, or losing the weight after the fact, seasonal weight gain is a…
How to raise a teenage boy
I am the proud mother of a 14 year old boy. He is 6 inches taller than me, adorable, funny, smart and for the most part, a joy. There are…
Sarah Burke’s Death Warning to Winter Sports Fans
Winter sports enthusiasts were stunned by the recent death of Sarah Burke, a talented skier and X Games star. Burke, at only 29-years-old, passed away as the result of a…
Critter Talk: The dangers of winter-walking your dog
If your dog or cat spends any amount of time outdoors, winter can be a particularly dangerous time. While the freshly fallen snow can make the world appear as a…
Critter Talk: Don’t Wait for Red Eye to Go Blind Eye
The eye is a complex structure. But, for all of its complexities, the eye tends to react to almost every insult in more or less the same way. A…
Critter Talk: Natural Toxins that can kill your pet
An apple a day keeps the doctor away -- unless you're a dog or cat, in which case a crunchy Golden Delicious can prove poisonous! Lots of "people food" and…
No Pain No Gain Exercise Philosophy Counterproductive
A new trend emerging among recreational athletes is extreme exercise, but this habit of overtraining is counterproductive to getting fit and healthy, writes Gina Kolata for the New York Times'…
Five college majors that are a waste of time
If you're considering going back to school in hopes that you'll graduate to more opportunities, there are certain degrees that you might want to avoid.…
Critter Talk: Evidence of Resistance to Heartworm Drugs Cause for Concern
I am fortunate to have 7 dogs in my family. Three of them are rescues, and the balance are German shepherds. I am very careful to make certain…
Post Holiday Pet Returns: Who Pays the Price?
For better or for worse, the holidays often bring new pets into our households. Your addition may have been well-planned and thoughtfully implemented, which is always the recommended course. However,…
The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Fast Food
When you're in a rush, it can be hard to judge the nutritional value of your favorite value meal. Read our tips for making your fast-food choices both fast and…
Critter Talk: Why does my dog pant?
Dogs pant. They pant when they’re hot, they pant when they’re excited, they pant when they’re scared, and sometimes they seem to pant for no good reason at all (from…
Getting Ready for Your 2011 Tax Filing and What’s New for 2012
Tax season is here again! While the filing deadline might be a couple of months away, this month you will receive all required third-party reporting documents: W2s, 1099s for interest…
The Three Step Correction Method for Training Your Puppy
In order for corrections to be effective, they must convey an expectation of the kind of behavior you want from your puppy. …
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