Simple updates and regular cleaning keeps homes healthy for people and pets

Family pets cherish the home environment – it’s where they curl up on the living room floor, wait patiently for a treat in the kitchen, and patrol the halls making sure loved ones are safe and sound. Although pets are undeniably loveable, the animal dander and other allergens that accompany these furry friends can jeopardize the well-being of those in the home.
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March 4, 2010, at 3:55 pm | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Simple steps to reduce pet dander and dust mite allergens in the home and classroom


Now that school is in full swing, children are spending less time on the playground and more time indoors with each other. With the constant interaction of classroom projects, gym class and story time, one important concern that is often overlooked is indoor allergens from pet dander and dust mites.

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December 6, 2009, at 12:10 pm | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

New puppy? Learn how to prepare your home for a furry friend


Anyone who’s welcomed a new pet into the home can tell you how important it is to prepare for that four-legged friend. Whether it’s moving furniture to accommodate a dog cage or learning to host a puppy play-date with the bulldog next door, becoming a pet owner can be a definite learning process.

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December 3, 2009, at 6:10 pm | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

New Year’s resolution: slim down that fat cat or dog


To his owners, Moby, a 4-year-old Australian Shepherd, was a very healthy, spry dog, so when his veterinarian told them that beneath his thick, reddish-brown coat he had a weight problem, they were a bit shocked.

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November 6, 2009, at 9:10 am | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

A veterinarian’s top 10 tips for keeping pets healthy in winter


Jack Frost is nipping at your pet’s nose. Winter is here again, and cold weather can be uncomfortable and dangerous to your pet.

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November 2, 2009, at 5:10 pm | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Good health keeps your pet smiling pretty


Our pets tend to eat the same way we do, which means – unfortunately – more cats and dogs suffer from unbalanced diets, obesity, food allergies and other health problems related to nutrition. You can keep your playful dog in excellent shape and your cute and cuddly kitty lean and trim with some helpful nutrition tips.

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October 26, 2009, at 12:10 am | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Add life and color to your winter landscape: Attract wild birds to your backyard


Feeding wild birds is an easy way to add a splash of color and song to your outdoor living space this winter, plus help the birds thrive through the toughest season for them. Attracting birds to your backyard is as easy as setting out bird feeders filled with quality food.

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October 24, 2009, at 6:10 am | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Top 10 pet health tips for the holidays


Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Kwanzaa – no matter what you’re celebrating, pet owners need to remember to keep their pets safe and healthy for the holidays.

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September 30, 2009, at 12:10 am | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Top tips for a healthy, happy dog


No matter how many canine companions you have or what their ages are, every day is a new opportunity to make their lives happier and healthier. Keep a few simple tips in mind and you’re sure to get four paws up.

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September 8, 2009, at 6:10 pm | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments

Tips to protect your pet from summer heat

With summer upon us, warmer weather beckons everyone outdoors to enjoy the sunshine. When family and friends gather for backyard barbeques and outings in the park, it is natural to want to include the pets. It is wise, though, to consider the health and safety of pets before taking them out into the heat for prolonged periods.

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July 18, 2009, at 5:10 am | Category: Animals + Pets | View Comments
 
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