If your dog always seems to be licking his paws there might be a reason behind it. Paw licking can be a habit like nail biting in adults, but it’s important to take a look at the paw to see if a vet visit might be necessary.  First, take a look at the nails. Do...

A lot of dog owners leave the radio or tv on for background noise when they are not home. But do you ever wonder if your dog has a music preference? Well there's a recent study that suggests they do! Irish psychologist Deborah Wells exposed dogs at an animal shelter...

Losing a pet is one of the hardest things we will ever go through in life. It will make people who never cry shed significant tears.  It makes sense that the sadness is so profound, after all we have lost a friend who was always there for us, even at our worst....

When google searching for someone to care for your pets, you will likely see Rover, Care. Com or DogVacay come up at the top of your search results. But are they the best place to find a great pet sitter? Those sites will tell you that the sitter you select on their...

There are many joys of dog ownership, both for the owner and the dog. Dogs have been linked to health benefits like lowering blood pressure and alleviating depression. They are great companions for adults and children alike. There are also tremendous responsibilities...

When I worked in wildlife rehabilitation, people would often bring in uninjured turtles they found in the middle of the road. We would always ask the person if they could go back to where they found the turtle and place him safely on the other side of the road. The...

Ten years ago I rescued three kittens. They were only 10 days old, so tiny! We bottle fed them and they grew up to be three of the most beautiful tortie tabbies I have ever seen. As the years past, they didn't just grow up, they grew out. My tiny girls were...

I want to take a moment to thank our Pet Nanny family  for another successful year. I often see businesses post the number of clients they gained in a year or how much their revenue increased. I measure our success a little differently. For me, success feels more...