"Fighting like cats and dogs" is a pretty common catch phrase, but it isn't always true. I remember being shocked as a kid when I discovered that my family's cat and my grandparent's dog got along just fine. Cats and dogs can tolerate each other, even grow to be good companions and friends. If you're considering playing both sides of the "Cats are better pets.", "No, dogs … [Read more...]
Helping Your Pets Through the Back to School Blues
Ever think about how hard back to school can be on your family pets? Consider what September brings for them... It's quiet in the house, there's a new schedule to adjust to and the kids aren't around as much. In my experience, pets are often resistant to change. (And by resistant I mean prone to fits of grumpiness and inappropriate peeing). But Iams has a few helpful tips to … [Read more...]
Sweet 16 to One Very Special Girl
This post is for my sister who was joking with me today about the fact that the family dog is turning sixteen and "finally becoming a woman". This is Lovey dog, my parent's faithful hound. Tomorrow this girl turns 16. She's a sweet, timid, loving, faithful pet that we've been lucky to have in our lives for such a long time. Happy birthday Lovey girl! … [Read more...]