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International Assistance Dog Week was created to recognize all of the devoted, hardworking assistance dogs helping individuals mitigate their disability-related limitations. The goal is to raise awareness and educate the public about assistance dogs. The holiday week also honors the trainers that make these dogs so great at their jobs. Trainers put in a lot of time and effort, so it is important to praise their hard work. Together, they have improved countless lives across the globe. Most importantly, this holiday week brings awareness to animals in need. The main goal is to encourage people to help underprivileged animals. The...

It is not unusual to see dogs and other animals left in vehicles while their parents attend to other business. However, he/she could be at risk for serious injuries or even death when they are left in a parked car. Mild weather can be misleading. The temperature outside might be a 78 degree fahrenheit (25 degree celsius) day, but the temperature inside a parked car can soar to 100 fahrenheit (38 degree celsius) in just a few minutes. On a 90-degree fahrenheit (32 degree celsius) day, the interior temperature can reach as high as 120 fahrenheit (49 degree celsius) in...

It has been proven that pet parents’ mood and behavior affect the mood of their pets. Owners have a strong influence on how their pets feel and how their personalities develop and change.   Studies show that dogs are able to smell our emotion state, and they then seem to trust our responses to the situation by adopting those emotional states as their own. Pet owners need to keep in mind how your mood and behavior affect your fur baby, and how your reaction to one of life’s curveballs might contribute to his/her behavior. Living among people with consistently negative...

Humans can communicate what is going on with them, and so can dogs. The difference is, while humans primarily use verbal communication, dogs mainly communicate non-verbally through the use of body language. Your pet may not be capable of speaking, but they are capable of understanding what you say. Studies showed that a dog can learn around 165 words and more with intensive training. It is not just the words they’re picking up on, but also the tone of your voice. Since dogs are not capable of speech, their primary form of communication is through their bodies. Taking the time...

Like humans, pets can become obese and develop excess body fat, which can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes or degenerative joint disease. Studies have found that the lifespan of overweight dogs was up to two and a half years shorter, on average, when compared to ideal-weight dogs. Weight gain in pets is often a result of overfeeding and lack of exercise.   Here are a few tips in order to prevent obesity and provide your fur baby with the highest quality of life and increase their life span. Limit Between-Meal Snacks: Dogs get a lot of calories...