The idea of a little puppy or kitten snuggled in a festive basket under the Christmas tree is too cute, but you might want to put the brakes on giving a pet as a gift. Here are three reasons why pets don't always make great gifts. #1: Adopting a pet is a personal...

Mitigating your pet's stress and anxiety starts at home, where it should feel like a protective, peaceful sanctuary from the terrors of the outside world. Help your pet be at ease by using these four calming techniques. #1: Practice what you preach If you're worried...

Thanksgiving officially kicks off the holiday season. With all of the trimmings and festivities of this time of year, it can be easy to forget that things can get stressful and even dangerous for our pets. Here are a few tips to help keep your fur babies happy and...

Dog owners know how much their canine friends get excited whenever they get even a hint that they're about to head out on a walk. Check out these three ways walking with your dog also benefits you, and you might just get more excited to head out, too.  Walking...

When we think of raw food diets, images of salads and pressed juices may come to mind. But when it comes to raw diets for our canine friends, it's quite a different story. Dogs shouldn't consume raw meat-based diets. Read on to find out why. Long before they were...

Did you know that orthopedic injuries are common for our canine companions? Accidents happen, and all of that running and jumping can eventually take its toll. Knee injuries, like torn cranial cruciate ligaments and luxating patellas, are often seen. We at The...

Are you considering bringing a furry friend home? We all know that the companionship of a pet is priceless, yet that doesn't mean we can ignore the costs of pet ownership. Here's what you need to know about being financially prepared for pet ownership. Understanding...

Dog owners know the importance of making sure our canine friends have outlets to expend their boundless energy. If you’ve ever come home from a day at work to find couch cushions strewn about the living room or a raided trash can, it might be because your dog is bored...

As our lives become increasingly connected thanks to the power of the internet, it's becoming easier to find apps for just about anything. Here are a few of our favorite apps for pet owners. For staying (safe and healthy) Pet First Aid by American Red Cross — A great...

Summer is here, and some of us may be planning to hit the road to get out of Goleta for a bit. But if you’re planning to take your canine friend with you, keep the following safety tips in mind. Practice first. If your pup doesn’t usually go for car rides, be sure to...