Wintertime can bring weeks and weeks of negative temperatures and stormy weather that just isn’t great for fido. While some winter dogs thrive in it, others just aren’t up for the cold. So what [...]
When the New Year bell rings, we think of the many things we can do to help improve our own lives. This year let’s take some time to consider what we can do to help our pets stay happy and [...]
With the holidays approaching, some people might be considering giving a pet as a gift. As much as we all love pets and think one as a gift would be a wonderful idea, it’s best to halt that idea [...]
Pet cancer is something that none of us want to think about, but something that needs to be discussed. Cancer is the leading cause of death in dogs. Despite this scary fact, some cancers are [...]
We love our senior friends here at Barks N Purrs. There is something in the eyes of an older pet that is just so knowing and honest. November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Senior pets tend to be [...]
Have you ever heard of the term “Black Dog Syndrome”? If not, it’s a stereotype that black dogs are picked last at shelters. This is a phenomenon that states lighter coloured dogs tend to be [...]
September is Animal Pain Awareness month. Sometimes the signs of pain in an animal are obvious. However, our pets can be very stoic creatures. Since our pets can’t tell us what hurts, it is [...]
It is in every pet owner’s best interest to take a Pet First Aid Course to ensure you are prepared for an emergency. Here are 5 things to know about pet first aid. Have a Pet First Aid Kit on [...]
It’s always fun to try new things with your pet, and summer is the best time to do it! Here are 5 fun games to try out with your dog this summer. Hide and Seek This one has two versions and your [...]
With it being National Dog Photography Day, we thought it would be fun to help research how to take the best pictures of our pets! Here are some tips of the trade! Get down on their level. This [...]