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Why I Love Rats

December 5, 2020December 5, 2019 by Colette
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They are affectionate, intelligent, clean and fun are just a few reasons why I love rats and if you do, too, or have been thinking about keeping rats as pets, this article is for you. Softie, My First Pet Rat My first pet rat came about in a strange way, and completely by surprise because … Read more

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Traveling With a Dog in The Car – Yay, Road Trip!

September 9, 2020October 17, 2019 by Colette
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Important Update:  November 3, 2019 There are now new rules for importing pets into Mexico.  You can click on this link to find out all the updates. Please remember that these new rules are just for importing your dog/cat into Mexico from Canada and the USA.  You must still check the Department of Agriculture for … Read more

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The Best Dog First Aid Kit

September 9, 2020September 22, 2019 by Colette
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Hopefully, you will never have an emergency with your dog, but, just as an emergency first aid kit is essential in your home and car for your family, so it is for your favorite Fido. In our experience, if you don’t have one ready, you are bound to need it! Kind of like not taking … Read more

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How To Stop Your Dog Jumping

November 1, 2019September 20, 2019 by Philip
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To most of us, it’s cute, even adorable, when our new, barely 10lb, puppy is so excited to see us that it does all kind of crazy things, including jumping up at us. It’s not so cute, however, and certainly not adorable, when that puppy has grown to over 100lb and is still doing the … Read more

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How to Massage Your Cat – A Great Bonding Experience

September 9, 2020August 22, 2019 by Colette
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Massage is a wonderful experience for all of us, wouldn’t you agree?  As an experienced massage therapist, I would like to give you some easy tips on how to massage your cat because not only is it a great bonding experience but it is also a good way to be proactive in a passive, gentle … Read more

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In Your Home Pet Sitters – Are They the Best Option for You?

October 31, 2019August 20, 2019 by Philip
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We all lead busy lives and, as much as we love them, it is sometimes necessary to temporarily place our beloved pets in the care of another. There are several options available to us but in this article, I am going to focus on just one, namely, in your home pet sitters. By this I … Read more

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Pets and Yoga – A Wonderful Combination

September 9, 2020August 20, 2019 by Colette
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If you are a Yogi yourself then you know the benefits of this ancient practice. They are not only physical but are mental and spiritual as well.  Pets and yoga are a wonderful combination that will take you to another level of connection with a fellow-creature that you love. I know this because it happened … Read more

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The Benefits of Dog Massage – For Both of You

September 9, 2020August 19, 2019 by Colette
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Have you ever had a massage yourself?  Can you recall that feeling of being relaxed and peaceful, maybe even a little dopey? The tightness was gone from your muscles and joints, your stress level decreased, your heart rate slowed down and you may have experienced a feeling of serenity.  Put yourself in your pet’s paws, … Read more

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  • Why I Love Rats
  • Traveling With a Dog in The Car – Yay, Road Trip!
  • The Best Dog First Aid Kit
  • How To Stop Your Dog Jumping
  • How to Massage Your Cat – A Great Bonding Experience

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