PetStrong
I own and maintain PetStrong.com and also the corresponding blog. I love animals and the goal of my site is to bring you closer to to your pet and give you tons of great information on breeds, pet products, pet health, and everything in between!
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Pet Rescue of MiamiI am very proud to be able to write a post about a great organization. The Pet Rescue of Miami is a no-kill animal shelter, and they need our help!
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Animal Shelter Closing in June - Dogs WILL Be Euthanized!A shelter in Marion, IN will be closing it's doors on or around the end of June. Any animals remaining at the shelter on the day they close, will be euthanized. This is an absolute tragedy and we should not stand for it. -
5 Common Mistakes Pet Owners MakePets can be a great addition to our families, but if you aren't sure of what you are doing, it can be a disaster! New pet parents commonly make the 5 mistakes I am going to talk about in today's post.
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Dog Doo Fines Are Adding Up for Pet OwnersIn New York City, the crackdown has begun on owners who fail to clean up after their pets. It seems kind of sad that people feel it is unnecessary to clean up after their dogs and leave their messes for others to stumble upon.
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A Pet Rental Service Could Be Coming to Your TownFlexPetz is a San Diego-based company and they are looking to expand. Customers of theirs include busy professionals who do not have time to own a pet.
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Stop the Canadian Seal Slaughter!Within the past few days, I have become increasingly aware of this disturbing piece of news, and although it has absolutely nothing to do with dogs and cats, I thought it was very important to share it with you.
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Heartworms in Dogs - What You Need to KnowSadly, I have had a pet die of heartworms and I never really knew just what they were, or where they come from....do you? I want to share this information with you because I think it is very important. -
Flooded Missouri Animal Shelter Needs Your Help!!As most of you know, I live in Missouri and recently we have been plagued by a large amount of flooding in our southern counties. One story really touched me and I would love it if my readers would get involved and help this shelter out -they really need us!! -
Does the Easter Bunny Live at Your House?Because of the Easter holiday, pet rabbits are a hot commodity at pet stores around the country. Just like I have said before, selecting a pet is something that is very important - and purchasing a rabbit isn't any different!
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What You Need to Know Before Your Pet is AnesthetizedOwners of pets need to be concerned with this topic, it is likely your pet will need to be anesthetized at some point in his life. Being under anesthesia can be a scary thing for people and pets, the more knowledge you have about the topic the better prepared you will be. -
Recipes for Dog TreatsHow much do we Americans enjoy food and eating? I don't know about the rest of you, but I absolutely LOVE food. I guarantee our pets feel the same way - haven't you seen how fast they are able to eat?
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Can Your Pets Be Making You Sick?Around 60 million pet dogs and 70 million pet cats are in the United States and we love our animals dearly, but could they be making you sick?
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What is Sarcoptic Mange?I would like to take my post today to go over the different symptoms of sarcoptic mange - how it is contracted, treated, and prevented. This is a horrible skin condition that is fairly common in dogs.
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Real-life Ace VenturaWe are all familiar with the popular (and funny) Ace Ventura: Pet Detective movies and today I would like to talk with you about a real-life pet detective who thoroughly enjoys his career of reuniting lost pets with their owners.
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Video of Marine Throwing Puppy SurfacesBefore you read any further I really need to let you know that this post isn't for everyone. It directly involves a U.S. marine doing something very real and very horrible. I will not be putting the video up on.
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Reasons for Owning a Pet - What's Yours?I was thinking pretty heavily this weekend about pets and different reasons as to why we have them. I realized each person is selecting a pet for different reasons and that your reason for getting a pet in the first place is extremely important.
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Pet Sterilization - It's the Law in LA!On Tuesday February 26, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signed one of the nation's toughest laws on pet sterilization. The new law requires dogs and cats to be spayed or neutered by the time they are 4 months old.
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Ferrets - Outlawed in Parts of the CountryAccording to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Associated, about 500,000 people own 2 million ferrets across the country. In some states, it is illegal to own the furry critters.
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Dog Saved by Marine is Coming Home!!I came across this story in the news and it was very touching.....I just have to share it with you. Today a dog named Nubs is coming home to California. He had previously been living in Iraq and was rescued by a Marine stationed in the war-torn country.
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$150,000 for Clone of Pit BullI recently read an article where a woman in California is paying $150,000 (no, that is NOT a typo) to have her recently deceased dog Booger (NOT a typo either) cloned by a company in Korea.
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Beagle Wins Best in Show!For the first time in the breed's history a Beagle has won best in show at the Westminster Dog Show held in Madison Square Gardens. Uno, made history by becoming the first Beagle to earn the top spot in the entire 100 years of the shows existence.
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February is Dental Health Month for Pets!February is Dental Health Month for pets, and it's a perfect time to get their teeth checked out and cleaned!
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Breed Profile: NewfoundlandWhen I was very little (probably about 5 or 6 years old), my parents bought a purebred Newfoundland and I can remember very clearly the day we went to pick him up. My parents had an old Bronco and the Newfie they bought was a couple years old.
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Michael Vick's Pit Bulls Given Second ChanceIt seems like forever ago when the whole Michael Vick story aired and it is even harder to believe that some of the Pit Bulls trained to fight to the death are being given to good homes. But that is exactly what is happening to the rescued Pit Bulls.
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Pets Are Victims of Foreclosure Too!The foreclosure rate in the United States is on the rise and you really wouldn't think cats and dogs (as well as other pets) would become victims. A quick glance at the evening news cast tells us we are living in a country with a shaky economy.
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Very Special Breed Profile: Doberman PinscherThis profile today is very special for a reason! I was surfing the web this past weekend and came across a great video (see the middle of this post). This video led me to www.SecondChanceDobes.com and my article was inspired by them!
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Pet Friendly CompaniesTo some people, this may not seem like a big deal. But to people who own animals and enjoy sharing their lives with them, it is very important to know which companies are looking out not only our safety, but the safety of our four-legged friends.
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Exotic PetsGrowing up I always had the classic pets: dogs, cats, hamsters, fish, and gerbils. But these days the term "pet" can refer to just about any animal you can think of!
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Basic First-Aid for Your DogToday I want to talk to you about basic first-aid you can do yourself. Keep in mind, this is only to be used in minor incidents - go to your veterinarian at once for anything major or beyond your comfort level.
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Saint Louis Mardi Gras Pet ParadeAs many of you know, Mardi Gras is a HUGE deal in New Orleans, LA. But the celebration that takes place in St. Louis, MO is considered the second largest one in the country! One of the favorite events took place this weekend - the "Beggin Strips Barkus Pet Parade".
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How to Get Your Pet Through a Natural DisasterI recently saw news reports of the devastating fires in California, and I was almost instantly thinking of Hurricane Katrina and other destructive natural disasters. Most pet owners are completely caught off guard and don't know what to do, or where to go with their pets.
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What Type of Fencing Would Work Best for My Pet?People who have never owned an animal before are often surprised by how smart and quick they can be. Most animals are problem solvers and it doesn't take them too long to figure out how to get what they want.
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Common Household Items - Dangerous for Your Dog!When you have a dog in your home, many common items need to be put where he will not be able to get into them. Many people don't realize how dangerous their house can be for a dog.
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New, Innovative Pet ProductsMore than $40 billion will be spent this year on pets nationwide, and according to the US Census Bureau, Americans spend more on their pets than they do on jewelery, toys, or candy!
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Animals and Your ChildrenThis article is going to be all about your children and the things you need to know before you bring an animal into your household and what you can do to make your children and pets feel comfortable with each other.
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Bloat: The Second Leading Killer of DogsAccording to several websites, bloat is the second leading killer of dogs - the only thing above it is cancer. I recently saw an episode of an animal veterinarian show on Animal Planet where a Weimeraner was diagnosed with bloat and had to have surgery.
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Breast Cancer in PetsBreast Cancer is common among dogs and cats alike - both female and male (the disease is much more rare in males). I'm going to tell you about symptoms, treatments, and prevention of Breast Cancer in your pets, so I hope this will save the life of an animal.
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What Should You Do with Your Pets when You're Away from Home?People take vacations all the time and I bet most of us do not take our pets with us. This article will go over various services you should consider when leaving your pet home.
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Using Your Pet for Volunteer WorkThis article contains information on various volunteer opportunities available to you and your pet.
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Breed Profile: BloodhoundThis article contains everything you need to now about Bloodhounds! From their size and abilities to their personalities. This article is filled with great information!
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Pet Health InsuranceThis article contains valuable information about several leading pet health insurance companies. It gives tips on what to look for and even details packages and pricing!!
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Breed Profile: Australian ShepherdEverything you need to know about Australian Shepherds!
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What's a Shar Pei?Everything you need to know about Shar Peis!!
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The Pampered (Standard) PoodleEverything you need to know about the Standard Poodle!
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Great Dane = Great Dog!What you need to know about Great Danes!
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What's There to Know About a Beagle?Information on the Beagle dog breed.
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The Wild Roots of DogsEver wonder why dogs act the way they do? It all goes back to their roots....this article will explain the heritage of domesticated dogs and how that effects their behavior today.
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The Wild Roots of CatsThis article dives into the history of the cat - hopefully we will gain a better understanding of their behavior!
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Dog Grooming 101How do you groom your dog? What supplies do you need? Tips on grooming your dog can be found in this article!
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What Does Everyone Have Against Pit Bulls?Written to open people's minds about Pit Bulls. Is it the breed or the owner that make a dog aggressive? My opinion - it is the owner and how the dog is raised and trained.
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Breed Profile: DalmatianEverything you need to know about Dalmatians!
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Breed Profile: RottweilerEverything you need to know about Rottweilers!