Once your dog learns to love their crate, it becomes more than just a training tool. It turns into their safe place, a calm retreat where they can rest, relax, and escape the noise of daily life. When the crate feels like home, dogs will go in on their own…
Pets swallow batteries more often than you think, and the damage starts fast. Most people assume a battery will pass safely, but leakage can burn tissue and cause life-threatening injuries. Here’s what you need to know to keep your pet safe.
Holiday hazards for pets go beyond chocolate, tinsel, and tree water. In this episode, veterinarian Dr. Zoo walks through the surprising dangers guests bring into your home during the holidays and how to keep dogs and cats safe. If you want to avoid an emergency vet visit this season, this…
When a pet parent goes on deployment, your pet doesn’t just “get boarded”—everything changes for them. From separation anxiety to new routines, your pet is navigating major disruption while you serve. This clip comes from the full episode “What Happens to Pets When Military Pet Parents Deploy?” on The Pet…
Holiday guests and pets don’t always mix AND the stress can hit fast. In this Quick Fix bonus episode, I’m sharing three simple steps to keep your home calm, your guests comfortable, and your pets protected when visitors aren’t exactly animal lovers. You’ll learn: • How to set expectations before…
You might think crating your dog in the car is restrictive, but it is actually one of the safest things you can do. A crate protects your dog from injury in an accident and prevents them from bolting out of the car at a rest stop or in an emergency.…
Are you wondering if your child is actually ready for a pet or just begging nonstop for a puppy or kitten? In this episode, parenting expert and children’s book creator Dori Durbin joins me to break down the six signs that truly matter before you bring a new pet into…
Kids who struggle to manage big emotions can accidentally overwhelm a new pet, especially a puppy or kitten. In this clip, @doridurbin1685 Dori Durbin, host of the "That's Good Parenting" podcast, explains why emotional control is the number one sign to look for before adding an animal to your family.…
When you bring a new cat home, everything in your house is new, strange, and full of potential dangers from their perspective. It is completely normal for them to be skittish or hide for the first few days. They are not being unfriendly. They are trying to survive in a…
Crate placement can make or break your dog’s comfort level. The crate shouldn’t isolate your dog from family life, but it also shouldn’t be in a high-traffic or noisy area. Finding the right balance helps your dog feel included, secure, and able to relax. This clip comes from the full…