Bringing Your Dog to Work: Keeping the Office Safe

If your dog will be joining you at the workplace, you need to take steps to make sure your office is pup-safe and pup-friendly. Make sure your personal workspace can comfortably accommodate a dog. When I used to bring Miko to the radio station, he would curl up and sleep underneath the counter while I was on the air. It was perfectly Miko-sized! (I wish I had pictures of this, too!) Keep all power cords and wires out of range — you don’t want your pup nibbling on any electrical cords. I caught my dog Lally chewing on the cord … Continue reading

Cold Weather Care For Pets

Although winter doesn’t officially start until December 21st, the temperatures are starting to dip! At least… here in the Northern Hemisphere they are. So if you live in an area that’s heading into winter, keep these cold weather pet care tips in mind! Cold weather care tips for cats: Try to keep your cats inside during the cold weather months! Cats can easily become lost in the ice and snow — especially during a snowstorm. Check before starting your car — outdoor cats can sleep under the hood for warmth and be injured or killed when the car is started. … Continue reading