Dixie Somers
So You Want to Become a Veterinarian Guest Author: Dixie Somers Many people dream of becoming a veterinarian, but loving animals is only part of the skill set needed to thrive in the field. Working as a vet is challenging, exhausting and, at times, devastating. In order to truly decide whether or not it’s the right … Read more
Severe Shedding How to Deal with Excessive Pet Fur Guest Author: Dixie Somers Most dogs and cats that live in the home shed regularly. No matter how much you try, you may be dismayed to find that there are balls of fur rolling across the floor minutes after you have vacuumed and strands of hair … Read more
5 Tips on Training Your Dog Not to Bite Guest Writer: Dixie Somers Puppies and dogs can bring a lot of joy into your home. Your pet really can become your best friend. A dog that bites can be another story, however. Dog bites aren’t just painful. They can place you at risk of an … Read more
If your cat is pregnant, you might be looking forward to having a litter of kittens to fawn over and play with. However, in the meantime, you might be a bit worried about ensuring that your pregnant cat is properly cared for and comfortable. Luckily, following these tips can help. 5 Tips to Care for … Read more
Pick a Pooch: Tips on Breed Choices When Getting a New Puppy Guest Writer: Dixie Somers Congratulations on your decision to get a new puppy! Dogs provide so much for humans: unconditional love, companionship, exercise, health benefits, and endless amounts of joy. Now you’re faced with the difficult choice among the many different breeds out … Read more
How to Choose the Best Food for Your Pet Guest Writer: Dixie Somers Choosing an appropriate food for your pet can be an overwhelming decision. Pet supermarket shelves are filled with a variety of brands, flavors, types and formulas. While you might think that your pet is happy to eat anything, a little more consideration … Read more
Helpful Things Pet Owners Should Know Animal Allergies While we often think of “pet allergies” as being allergic to animals, we sometimes find that the roles are reversed, and our pets suffer from allergies of their own. When your pet has an allergy or several allergies, it can be tough to detect the problem and … Read more