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Paws-at-the-Park-Market-Dog-Event-Gold-Coast

August 24 from 10am-4pm - WAGS N’ WHISKERS 2019. Wags n’ Whiskers is a community-oriented event for animal-loving shoppers of all ages to spend an afternoon at The Village at Shirlington with their pets. The 12th Annual Wags n' Whiskers event will feature 65+ onsite exhibitors ...

Pet Cancer – Early Warning Signs and Early Detection.

Saving Best Friends’ Lives Thanks to new advances in medicine and a growing emphasis on preventative care and nutrition, our pets are living longer, healthier lives. Unfortunately, longer lifespans also mean that our pets are exposed to more age-related illnesses and other diseases, like cancer. In fact, ...

Reactive Behaviors in Dogs

Everyone tells me my dog needs more socialization, but she just keeps getting worse! Sound familiar? One of the most common reasons for calls to a trainer and one of the two most likely to go unresolved, along with separation anxiety, is what trainers and behaviorist call reactive behavior. Dogs who ...

Dog Friendly Getaway in Nearby WV

The weekend is near and it’s time to get away! Where to go and what to do with the family pet? No need to find a pet sitter or kennel, bring your “Best Friend” along and relax in West Virginia LTD Vacation Rental Cabins ...

What Should be in Your Dog Emergency Kit?

I often think about Ben Franklin’s quote “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.“ These words ring true when it comes to our four-legged fur kids as well, so preparing an emergency kit in advance is critical should a need arise. What to ...