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dog park etiquette

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With spring fresh in the air we all know it means one thing – doggy parks!

As any dog person knows warmer weather means dogs cavorting in grass and clover and, of course, with other dogs.

Before you unleash fido to jump into the foray, makeĀ  sure your dog is well mannered.

And by well-mannered we mean a dog who is socially adjusted.

A socially adjusted dog is one that puts up with annoying pups, too-friendly dogs and eager little children.

If your dog is in any way unpredictable or skittish, we recommend finding a quieter dog park, keeping a very close eye on him in a less-populated area of the park, or keeping him leashed.

And remember a good obedience or dog training class can turn a gem of a dog into a shining star of whatever society throws up.

It’s Snowing; look after your pet

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Winter has reared its head once more with a snow storm here in New York. If we’re getting snow, we know other parts of the country are also suffering from last minute winter woes.

With heavy snow it’s a good idea to keep outdoor pets indoors – no one wants their pet disappearing in a pile of snow.

Walks? When the snow is thick on the ground and steadily piling up, even the most snow-loving dog isn’t going to do well. So use your noggin (that’s your head) and get some puppy pads or the special fake grass called PottyPatch for your dog to use as an alternative to outdoors.

Exercise woes for your pet are no fun, but be creative. If you live in an apartment building, why not strap on the leash and take your dog for a walk through the halls, or even better up and down a few flights of stairs (we suggest doing this after he’s gone to the bathroom, just in case). Playing games with your dog in the house or apartment work, too.

And in cold weather, cats love to sleep on top of motors, under the hood of cars, so please, before you drive off into the day (or the night as the case may be), we suggest checking under the hood for any sleeping kitties.

So keep warm, keep your pets warm and dry and if you live in a warm state, can we come visit?

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A sunday treat

What better way to start a lazy Sunday afternoon than by watching this video from Japan? Adorable cats doing adorable cat things!

We know the new work week stretches out ahead of us all, so we figured relaxing to adorable animals was the best way to start.

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