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Cold Weather Safety Tips to Keep Pets Warm and Safe

Cold Weather Safety Tips to Keep Pets Warm and Safe

by DeShawn Christiansen | Jul 2, 2021 | Adoption Resources, All About Cats, All About Dogs, Featured

Here are some tips to keep your pets safe in cold temperatures. Northern Illinois and surrounding areas regularly experience below freezing temperatures during the winter months, be sure to keep your pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure your pet has a warm...
Summer Heat Safety Tips for Pets

Summer Heat Safety Tips for Pets

by DeShawn Christiansen | Jul 2, 2021 | Adoption Resources, All About Cats, All About Dogs

Every summer, hundreds of cats and dogs die needlessly due to their owners not taking the proper precautions regarding the extreme heat. Follow these simple tips to ensure your beloved pet enjoys – and survives – the warmest time of the year. If it’s...
More Pets are Lost on Fourth of July Than Any Other Time of Year

More Pets are Lost on Fourth of July Than Any Other Time of Year

by DeShawn Christiansen | Jul 1, 2021 | Adoption Resources, All About Cats, All About Dogs

While our country celebrates its independence, this time of year can be a frightening time for pets. The noise caused by fireworks can cause dogs and cats to go to great lengths to escape their house, fenced yard, or even a leash. This is why more lost pets end up in...
Training Cats Using Positive Reinforcement

Training Cats Using Positive Reinforcement

by DeShawn Christiansen | Jul 1, 2021 | Adoption Resources, All About Cats

Training your cat has many important benefits including stimulating their body/mind, which helps keep them healthy while strengthening the bond you share by spending more quality time together. Reward behaviors that you want Simply put, if you want your cat to repeat...
Traveling with Your Cat

Traveling with Your Cat

by DeShawn Christiansen | Jul 1, 2021 | Adoption Resources, All About Cats

Traveling with your cat may seem like a daunting idea, but it can be done! There are a few things you should do to ensure the safety and well being of your cat when traveling. The first of which is to never travel, even short distances, with your cat loose in the car....
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