Guest Blogger for Animal Bliss
Summer Pet Care Keeping Your Pet Safe by: Anita Ginsburg Summer pet care changes for most people, and it’s important to stay informed. As the days get longer and sunshine gets hotter, even indoor pets can be affected by the heat. Pets that are outdoors are at greater risk during the summer months. Changes in … Read more
Havanese Dog El Blanquito de la Habana Guest Writer: Neil Kilgore The “little white dog of Havana” or the Havanese dog is the national dog of Cuba. While still considered a toy breed, the Havanese dog is very sturdy despite their small stature. The Havanese is a type of Bichon breed that is not only … Read more
Can You Really Teach Your Cat to Walk on a Leash? Guest Writer: Ron Burg If you have ever tried to walk a cat, then chances are that you ended up carrying them on your shoulder or turned around to find them laying on the ground. Unlike dogs, cats are of a more relaxed mentality … Read more
The Story of Lassie Guest Writer: Neil Kilgore Often times, when it comes to certain items and objects, one brand stands out the most. For example, most people refer to a cotton swab as a Q-Tip or tissues as Kleenex, even if you’re not referring to that particular brand. When it comes to the subject … Read more
How to Recognize Stress and Anxiety in Cats Guest Writer: Craig Davis The behavior of your cat can suddenly change due to stress or anxiety, which can be easily identified by its reaction to other pets or people. It may even start scratching, biting, or showing other similar symptoms of hostile or aggravated behavior. While … Read more
How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard Guest Writer: Dave Green Introduction I’ve always been fascinated by wild birds, and I’ve spent many a pleasurable hour sitting and watching them feeding, bathing and preening in my backyard. It’s wonderful to observe them playing and flitting around. If you want to attract birds to your yard, … Read more
The Truth About Dachshunds Recently, I had occasion to chat with Jessica Rhae Williams, owner of two beautiful miniature Dachshunds, Chester and Gretel. Jessica writes a very fun blog called, “You Did What With Your Wiener?” You should go check it out. Jessica informed me that a lot of people have misconceptions about the Dachshund … Read more
The Science Behind Tick Prevention Guest Writer: Kate Flannery Before we start discussing the methods and the process of tick prevention and possible removal and cure, let’s be clear about how much harm this small but dangerous parasite can cause your beloved pet. Ticks are ectoparasites that feed on an animal’s blood. These vile little … Read more
Best Dog Life Jacket Vest Written by Guest Blogger It is said that Dogs are man’s best friend and I would say that in many cases that goes both ways in that people can be a dog’s best friend. As summer comes around it can be fun to go to the lake or perhaps the … Read more
Why You MUST Include the Kids in Your Dog’s Obedience Training It’s such an exciting time when your family gets a new puppy or dog! Whether it’s your first one or you are expanding your canine family, a new family pet can bring so much joy, especially to the kids. And while you should encourage … Read more