Lost Cat
Using a litter box to find a lost cat
Many people recommend putting a dirty cat litter box outside the house to help a lost cat return home. Does this method work? Why or why not? Let’s take a look. The cat litter box […]
Pet Care
5 things you didn’t know about black cats
October 27th is National Black Cat Day. At Halloween/Samhain time we think of witches, pumpkins, and black cats. There is no shortage of misinformation, legends, and superstitions about black cats in popular culture, but how […]
Lost Pet Recovery
How to scan for a pet microchip
Microchips are a lost pet’s ticket back home, but they can be missed by an improper scan. Whether you’re an animal welfare professional, a rescuer, or just a pet parent, you should know how to […]
Lost Pet Recovery
Pet microchip myths BUSTED
Microchips save lives and keep your pets safe. Key to their effectiveness is understanding how they do and don’t work. From the sublime to the absurd, here are some of the most common myths about […]
Lost Pet Recovery
Which pet microchip scanner is the best?
There are many microchip scanners available for purchase with prices varying from as low as $25 to as high as $625. With such variety and disparity in price, how do you know which one to […]
Lost Pet Recovery
Which QR code pet tag is the best?
A search for QR code pet tags will yield hundreds of results. From name brand American tech company subscriptions to cheap Chinese products on Amazon, the dizzying array can confuse a potential buyer. What’s the […]
Pet Care
Senior cat care
When kitties move into their “golden years” they need special consideration for their well-being. Here are five important steps to keep your senior cat healthy and comfortable. 1) Brushing I have been blessed with many […]
Pet Business
Diversify your pet care client base: Tourists
Is your pet sitting and dog walking business growing too slowly? Are you having difficulty picking up new clients in your service area? It’s time to diversify. As discussed in Recession proof your pet business, […]
Lost Dog
I found a lost dog. What should I do?
You’re walking out to your car on your way to work when you see a scruffy dog trotting down the sidewalk. Unable to look the other way, you crouch down and call to her, and […]
Lost Pet Recovery
Best free pet microchip registry
With more than 30 pet microchip registries in the Unites States, how do you know which one to choose? There are many factors including cost. Some charge a one-time fee, some charge yearly, and some […]