4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 23, 2011

Happy National Puppy Day! You might be surprised to learn just how many puppies are waiting for homes. In honor of the day, here is our sweet mascot, Baby the Maltese, as a puppy! When Baby was a puppy, Easter was one of her favorite things because of the plastic eggs. What was your dog like when they were a puppy?

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Critter News

JUNE 29, 2009

This time it's Scamps, who used puppy mills as suppliers and sold sick animals to the public. Tags: breeders pet stores puppy mills. Good riddance.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 13, 2009

Rachael Ray Nutrish is sponsoring a fun contest called “ Recipe for Puppy Love ”! Go submit your photo, and play the “versus&# game to vote on the best “ Recipe for Puppy Love “! All you need to do is submit a photo of how you love your dog, or how your dog loves you. So, what are you waiting for?

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Animal Person

APRIL 12, 2009

They can say that the puppy was needing to be re-homed, therefore it's like adopting from a rescue group. But I didn't campaign for a presidential greyhound for exactly the same reason Obama's decision was disappointing: it glorifies pure breed dogs.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 23, 2012

A new puppy’s boundless energy will require some serious puppy chow as soon as they arrive at their new home. However, because a new puppy’s nutritional needs are very different from an adult dog’s, they may need some extra special care in their feeding. All types of puppy chow are not equal. Do Check the Labels.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 16, 2012

The food a puppy eats during this crucial time frame will make a huge difference to not only its energy and happiness as an adult dog, but to the health of the coat, teeth, and vital organs. There are many choices available today for puppy foods, from meaty puppy chow to hard, crunchy kibbles. Wet or dry? Breed size.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Did you know that November celebrates senior pets? November is Senior Pet Month. If so, you know the joys of pets who might have less spunk but more soul. Here are five reasons to love a senior pet. The same is true for our pets. For kittens and puppies, most any time is play time. Distinguished look.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 10, 2009

Common Questions About Pet Adoption. Q: Although there are literally millions of pets in shelters, pounds and other ‘temporary housing’, many pet-owners-to-be don’t think about pet adoption when they’re looking for their new four-legged friend. Rescues pets are wonderful- just ask anyone who has one.

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4 The Love Of Animals

DECEMBER 14, 2011

It’s no secret that a healthy diet is the path to a long and vigorous lifestyle, and that is certainly true for our pets. A nutritious diet promotes stronger bones and teeth, a sound heart, healthy coat and a happy personality for your cat, dog, or any beloved pet. Dogs and puppies.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 20, 2010

We have a special giveaway today, and as the title suggests, the theme is Dad’s and their Pets! We want to hear your stories about dads and pets! The winner will get a choice of Chicken Soup for the Pet Lovers Soul pet food (dog or cat). To enter, comment with your dad/husband pet related stories.

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4 The Love Of Animals

DECEMBER 22, 2017

Puppies are arguably one of the cutest things on the planet, but they also come along with a great deal of intrigue that comes from a natural sense of curiosity and a sense of exploration. Just like toddlers, they’re “into” … Continue reading →

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4 The Love Of Animals

FEBRUARY 21, 2010

So in celebration, here is a fun list of Five Famous First Pets. In 1989 Millie had six puppies, two of which also became White House dogs! First Pet, 1963): John F. Kennedy’s family owned many pets, including a horse, which was a present to 5 year-old Caroline Kennedy. Dogs are the most popular presidential pet.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 20, 2012

Reader Jackie sent us these adorable photos of her puppies, and of course we couldn’t help but share them! Click on any image to see it larger, and of course, link up to the blog hop if you are participating in Woof Wednesday!

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4 The Love Of Animals

JANUARY 26, 2012

Did you know that one out of every two pets are overweight? She has now teamed up with Hill’s Science Diet to launch the Million Pound Pledge – a national call-to-action for pet owners to help their cats and dogs lose weight and get back on track to living a happy, healthy lifestyle. USA only please.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 17, 2010

Here is a fun bit of trivia for you, 5 great Irish pets. The 5 great Irish pets are: 1. A high energy dog, the Irish Setter requires lots of room to run, but its sweet, stable personality makes it a great family pet. 5 great Irish pets originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on March 17, 2010. Irish Setter.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 12, 2011

If you want to raise a happy dog who loves to cuddle – but still comes when called and doesn’t chew up your shoes – you need Jolanta Benal’s The Dog Trainer’s Complete Guide to a Happy, Well-Behaved Pet. We have a copy to giveaway to one lucky reader! Tell us why you need to win!

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 29, 2014

What makes a healthy pet? According to a recent petMD poll, nearly 2 in 10 pet owners hadn’t visited their vet for a routine checkup in the past year. missing your pet’s yearly check up is like missing 5 years of checkups! missing your pet’s yearly check up is like missing 5 years of checkups!

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4 The Love Of Animals

FEBRUARY 16, 2011

Tara is a freelance writer who primarily enjoys writing about her passion for her pets as well as her endeavors to live a more eco-friendly, sustainable lifestyle. Pets can change anyone. The rancher who once thought pets belonged on the porch? Yes, he now goes to bed nightly, curled up with a little puppy called Nova.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 3, 2011

A recent poll conducted by online pet retailer MrChewy.com that found the majority of pet owners unaware of some of the most dangerous summer foods for family pets. In fact, among 913 pet owners polled, a staggering 88% were unaware of the risk that lemons pose to both cats and dogs.

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Critter News

DECEMBER 11, 2008

It has about 140 stores nationwide that sell puppies that supposedly come from "good" breeders (are any breeders good? The investigation revealed that some of Petland's brokers are also buying from puppy mills. Tags: pet stores puppy mills us. but that's another post.) Not so, says the Humane Society.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 15, 2012

Here are seven pet friendly fall activities guaranteed to keep the tails wagging through winter! Whether you’re planting or picking from your garden, or you’re just finally admitting that those leaves aren’t going to rake themselves, anyone with a yard has a great place for instant puppy playtime.

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4 The Love Of Animals

DECEMBER 6, 2011

For new puppies that are under the age of 1-year, many vets will recommend probiotics, which can be purchased online via a Canadian drug store and dispensed in your pet’s food in order to establish gut balance and good digestion early on. Food allergies and food intolerances affect our pets much the same way they strike humans.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 18, 2011

And while you’re bundled up in your warm jacket and roasting next to a fire, it’s important that your pets are just as protected from the cold as you are—especially smaller pets, old/sickly pets, and new puppies/kittens (they are exceptionally vulnerable to cold). Feed Your Pet More.

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Critter News

FEBRUARY 5, 2009

Remember how we posted about the raids on puppy mills in Mount Vernon and Gold Bar, Washington? About 600 dogs were seized from horrible puppy mill conditions. Our pet sitter alerted us to the site. Tags: seattle animal cruelty animal rescue puppy mills. Here's a blog for people who are trying to help them.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

Taste of the Wild is an all-life stages food that is formulated to meet the nutritional needs of pets throughout all stages of life, from puppy and kitten to senior years. Taste of the Wild has recently launched new dog and cat food formulas!

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4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 3, 2013

A bored puppy is an unhappy puppy, and possibly a destructive puppy. Toys which challenge your puppy to figure something out are a great way to stave off boredom, and they help to develop your puppy’s mind. As a result, even games of catch give your puppy more to think about. dogs guest post pet care'

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4 The Love Of Animals

DECEMBER 18, 2011

Since their initial domestication, dogs have been fed scraps from their owners until commercial pet food became readily available in the 1940’s. However choosing what food to feed your pet is a major decision especially as there are different types of food specifically designed for different breeds and lifestyles.

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4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 31, 2011

While shopping for pet food in 2008, Maryam Faresh and her partner Bruce Meade saw a sign hanging on the wall with a picture of a white puppy with spots and strange looking eyes. The sign read, “Blind and deaf puppy needs home.” Immediately, they went to meet the puppy – within minutes, they knew they had to have her.

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 27, 2010

Fun Time Dog Shop is a brand new online shop for modern pets (and people)! I got the cutest little Maltese Palm Puppy and an awesome bracelet. She has offered one of our lucky readers their own Palm Puppy ! Palm Puppies are individually handmade, plush puppies that are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 26, 2011

At an NYC puppy shelter a few weeks ago, my mind was just about made up when I met Chester – The cutest Lab puppy I’d ever seen. After talking to the owner of the shelter however, I learned there was more to adopting little Chester, or any pet for that matter, than my love at first bark. Don’t let the dog eat your homework.

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4 The Love Of Animals

OCTOBER 1, 2009

We’ve all been there, looking at those puppy eyes, or into the eyes of any adorable pet we may fall for. Sometimes it’s hard to think about the future costs of owning a pet when you are falling in love with that little face! Tags: pet care. She offers some good things to think about.

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4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

We hear a lot about healthy diets, both for people and for pets. Because we choose the food for our pets, it’s important for us to understand which nutrients are essential to health. Protein helps support lean muscle tissue for adult pets, and for puppies and kittens, protein nourishes growing muscle tissue.

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4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 5, 2012

For expectant parents who have a pet at home, one of the most common concerns they have is how will their pet cope with the new addition to the family? Your pet thrives on routine, which will be shattered when baby comes home. Your pet is used to being the center of attention but when baby comes home he can kiss that goodbye.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

According to a recent survey about pet nutrition, 69% of dog owners said they needed help understanding what their dog’s nutritional needs were. PetMD and Hill’s Pet Nutrition have partnered to create a wonderful interactive tool to help dog owners understand proper nutrition! You aren’t alone.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

Animal Planet is creating an all new show that is all about the early lives of puppies and kittens! Though we might spot a pet-owner’s arm or leg on camera or perhaps hear some cooing over their cuteness, this program is all about the animals and documenting the milestone moments in their young lives. Breed of Dog/Cat.

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Critter News

JULY 17, 2009

One day while I was volunteering I met a little pit bull puppy who was recovering from a spaying. The puppy seemed too thin to me so I asked about her story. All eight of the puppies were in foster care. I believe that a feral may never be a lap cat and they may never even let you pet them. To me, that means a lot.

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4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 1, 2012

Moreover, adult dogs who have not been well-socialized are more likely to become aggressive, whereas puppies are small and therefore much easy to control. To maximize the benefits of socialization, you should begin socializing your puppy as soon as you bring her home. Visit [link] for more tips on how to pamper your pets.

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