

how to train kids - dog preparedness
A couple of times in a year you hear in the news about how a dog viciously attacked a child or how some unsuspecting kid was bitten by a...

Toxic plants for dogs
Reposting a relevant article from 2014! I try to finish up my work by at least 12:30 every day so that I can have an hour or so to myself...

String - a danger to cats
This is an article of mine published in Paw Print Magazine: When reading the following article don’t start thinking of abolishing all...

Your anxiety affects your pets—some helpful info
If you follow my animal communication posts you would have read that your anxiety affects your pets. Sometimes, when stress becomes out...

Missing pets - what to do: from a communication point of view
About two weeks ago I designed a special pdf document to help guardians find their missing pets. I believe that if guardians are armed...

Do Cats get Anxiety?
We often think of cats as lazy animals that spend their days napping in the sunshine. With such an easy-going lifestyle, what could...

Do Dogs Get Anxiety?
In a high-paced world with high-stress jobs and lifestyles, everyone is learning the effects of stress and anxiety. Appetite and weight...

Nutritional needs of older cats
I have a really fussy older cat, so I’ve been doing a little extra research to ensure that he is eating healthily for his age. This is...

Introducing a collar for the first time
This blog I wrote to add to the sequence of pieces about introducing a new pet and for pet safety while moving house. I hope you are...

Missing pet poster info
Next in my series of Missing Pet posts, is how to design your own missing pet poster. It may seem silly, but a lot of posters circulating...

Getting your cat used to the cat carrier
One of the reasons many cat guardians are so reluctant to take their pet to the vet, or anywhere, is because most kitties fight...

Moving house - with pets
Moving from one home to another is one of life’s most stressful experiences and knowing that both dogs and cats may try to return to...

Prevent back to school blues… For your pets
Dont think Im jumping the gun, Its not quite back to school yet… This article has ideas for you to implement now, while you are on...

Introducing cats to a new dog family member
Dogs and cats can usually live together peacefully, although creating a harmonious "blended family" requires some planning, patience, and...

How to keep your pet cool in the summer heat
As a communicator I am always concerned for the welfare of animals and believe that we should help others to give their pets the best...

Adding a new pet to your family
The joy a dog brings to a household is unmistakable, which is why it's often hard to resist the idea of welcoming another pooch into your...

NEVER EVER leave your pet in a HOT car!
Just the other day I found myself calling security at a local mall due to a woman leaving her dog in her car while she had been doing her...

Choosing a name for your new pet
Effective communication between animals and their human companions is the hallmark of a good relationship and choosing a good strong name...

Signs your dog may be in pain
I am regularly asked if it is time for a Dog to go to the vet. Here are some tip offs for you to assess whether your Dog needs medical...



















