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Washing Nationals – Pups in the Park

Mark your calendars for 2014 Pups in the Park! April 19, May 17, June 22 & September 7, 2014. Purchase a discounted ticket for you, your family and your favorite family pet and support the Washington Humane Society. $10 of every dog ticket purchased will benefit ...

Wine and Dine with your Canine

Many Virginia wineries welcome leashed, well-behaved dogs. It’s best to call ahead to find out if your dog will be welcome in the tasting room or on the vineyard grounds, especially on busy days. Potomac Point, is just south of Woodbridge. Owners Skip and Cindi Causey ...

Obesity and the Exotic/Avian Pet

At different points during the year, many of us resolve to shed some extra pounds. The weeks after holiday feasts or long vacations are a great time to get motivated and moving, as well as pick the right foods to make us healthy. The same ...

Paula Deen’s Cheesy Dog Treats

Bake up a batch of these good and easy treats for your dog. They are a healthy, nutritious, snack. Store in an airtight container up to 2 weeks. INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 cup nonfat ...

Heart Murmurs in Dogs and Cats

What is a heart murmur? A heart murmur is an abnormal noise in your pet’s heart heard with a stethoscope. The noise is a swishing sound in the midst of the normal lub-dub of the heartbeat. It is often concerning for people to be informed that ...