A FEAR FREE EDUCATION HELPS PET PROFESSIONALS ALLEVIATE THEIR FOUR-LEGGED CLIENTS’ ANXIETY
Area practitioners who are Fear Free certified, such as Dr. Mark Belyeu , are trained in making a pet’s visit to the vet as stress-free as […]
KITTIES YOUNG AND OLD CAN EASILY LEARN NEW TRICKS
STORY: Laura J. Moss
PHOTO: Cody Wellons
There’s a common misconception that cats can’t be trained. However, the truth is that any cat can. It’s simply a matter of understanding your pet and what motivates him or her to work for a reward.
While dogs have been specifically bred to work for praise, cats, on the other hand, didn’t evolve to […]
HOMEMADE PET FOOD IS A GROWING TREND, AND WE’VE GOT TIPS FOR SERVING IT UP RIGHT
STORY: Laura J. Moss
Nearly all pet owners—95 percent, to be exact—consider their pets to be part of the family, according to a recent Harris Poll. And with the number of pet food recalls these days and our desire to ensure that our pets aren’t only consuming nutritious food but also high-quality […]
SOME LOCAL RESIDENTS’ PETS HAVE FEATHERS AND SCALES INSTEAD OF FUR
Cockatiel Nacho surveys his domain.
STORY: Laura J. Moss
According to the American Pet Products Association, 68 percent of U.S. households own a pet, and while the vast majority of them are cats and dogs, not all of our furry friends are. In fact, many of them aren’t even furry.
Thirteen percent of U.S. households are […]
Here’s how to find or make an un-fur-gettable pet costume
A group of doggies known as That Dood Squad donned ghostly attire for the bootiful photo, Photo: Shelby Rae Photographs
STORY: Laura J. Moss
According to the National Retail Federation, about 16 percent of American families will dress up their pets for Halloween this year. But while kitties and canines in costumes are undeniably cute, there […]
For ailing pets, alternative therapies are on the rise
Female veterinarian treating dog with acupuncture.
STORY: Laura J. Moss
When Dr. Julia Brugliera’s 12-year-old Weimaraner, Hannah Belle, began having hip trouble and lower back pain in 2012, the Atlanta veterinarian considered every available option to treat her beloved pet. She even looked into alternative therapies such as acupuncture and herbal medicine that can be used in […]
WHILE YOU’RE AWAY, HERE’S WHERE YOUR PET CAN STAY AND PLAY
Your summer travel plans may not include the family pet, but no doubt you want your canine companion or feline friend to receive the best “pawsible” care while you’re away. Some travelers opt to leave their pets with a friend or neighbor, while others hire sitters. However, many owners— 30 million annually, according to PetMD—board their […]
FROM LEASH TRAINING TO PET STROLLERS, DISCOVER SAFE WAYS TO GIVE YOUR INDOOR KITTY A TASTE OF THE GREAT OUTDOORS
When Sandy Springs resident Charlotte Simons takes her pet, McKinley, for a walk, her furry companion often catches the eyes of passersby. After all, it’s not every day you see someone walking a cat. And McKinley doesn’t just explore the neighborhood; he also joins Simons for hikes […]
BUCKHEAD KITTIES AND CANINES ARE TAKING OVER INSTAGRAM
Lucy & Holly
From Tuna, the Chiweenie with an overbite and a best-selling book, to Grumpy Cat, the furry sourpuss that boasts more merchandising deals than most human celebrities, there’s no shortage of prominent pets on the Internet. And because these famous felines and canines often get their starts on social media, the next four-legged star could […]
HOW TO HIT THE TRAIL WITH MAN’S BEST FRIEND
Happy dogs and their companions on a hike in forest
It’s a great time of year to hit the numerous trails in and around Atlanta. But instead of going it alone, have you considered bringing your furry friend along? Veterinarian Alissa Stephens of The Village Vets in Buckhead loves to hike with her four dogs. “I […]
