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Pet Gate Basics

Not sure which pet gate is right for your dog and your house? Knowing the basics can help you make a decision. What are pet gates made of? They can be made of steel, plastic, or wood. Your dog’s size and behavior habits can help you choose the best material. A heavy chewer, for example, may need a wire mesh gate or a metal slat-style gate. Plastic and wood gates may not stand up to heavy chewing. If you have a very tall dog, like a Borzoi or a wolfhound, you may need an extra-tall gate. Do you want your … Continue reading →

The Pets Blog Week in Review for May 28-Jun 3

Submitted once again for your reading pleasure is the Pets Blog Week in Review. As usual, it’s your one stop shop to find the articles Aimee and myself covered from May 28 to June 3. Monday, May 28 Sometimes dogs and cats (especially puppies and kittens) get curious and stick their heads in places they can’t easily get back out of. Pet First Aid: When His Head Gets Stuck addresses how to help them get unstuck. Tuesday, May 29 (Um, this next one was supposed to get posted on Monday, for Memorial Day, but I goofed on getting it submitted … Continue reading →

Pet First Aid: When His Head Gets Stuck

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Okay, head entrapment isn’t an emergency unless the pet is having difficulty breathing. But it can be a common problem, especially with curious puppies! Cats and kittens have small, rounded heads that can easily slip into and out of tight spaces, but puppies (and full grown dogs) can find themselves trapped after a small change of position. Where can your pet get stuck? Veterinarians have seen pets with their heads stuck between the slats on the back of a chair, in wire or chain-link fences, between the rungs of the banister on a staircase, or even inside jars! When is … Continue reading →