Why Do Dogs and Cats Have Whiskers?

What’s one thing that separates mammals and reptiles? The most common answers are ‘warm blooded’ and ‘eggs’. What few people cite is the emergence of movable whiskers. Whiskers serve an important evolutionary role. What’s more,...

How to Clean a Dog’s Ears Safely

Only about one in four (27%) dog owners clean out their dog’s ears enough. If you’ve found yourself among the majority, then you’re not alone! When you adopted your dog, you weren’t given instructions. There’s no manual on how to clean a...

What Are the Best Dogs and Cats for Seniors?

Can adopting a pet help you enjoy life more as you age into your best years? An overwhelming amount of seniors think so! In fact, a recent survey showed that 88% of seniors said their pets help them enjoy life. Even better, 62% of responders also said their pets help...