Pets

Big City Living: The Health Effects of Air Pollution

Monday, March 14th, 2011

Living and working in a big city can raise some concern regarding the health effects of air pollution. Although government safety regulations have been implemented into vehicles and industries to ease once rampant air polluting practices, there are still risks involved.

Particulates

These are the fine particles primarily released from vehicles. Because there are so many vehicles and people packed into a small area, these particulates are easily embedded into your lungs. The health effects of air pollution on the lungs is…

Urban Living: Artificial Dog Walk Etiquette

Wednesday, December 22nd, 2010

There’s a proper way to dog walk your pet on an artificial grass area that won’t impede on your neighbors in the apartment. Remember that since grass is limited in urban spaces, the artificial lawn or otherwise small lawn area that your apartment complex may provide can prove a boon for the dog owner in the urban apartment—but it’s there for others to enjoy as well.

Pick up Your Dog’s Waste

An inevitable part of a dog walk through the artificial lawn…

Holiday Travel: What to Do with Pets

Monday, December 20th, 2010

Holiday travel can allow you to share special moments with friends and family you don’t often see—or just otherwise give you a chance to unwind from your normal routine. However, apartment pet owners are typically left with the dilemma of enjoying themselves while providing comfortable and affordable arrangements for their pets while they’re gone.

Kennel Pets

One of the most convenient methods of making sure your pets are cared for during holiday travel is to kennel your pets—although this is also likely…

Infestation Prevention: How Do Dogs Get Fleas?

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

Fleas are a kind of insect that sticks onto and sucks blood from people and animals, including your dog. These pests are a common problem in dogs, and their bite can even cause allergic reactions in some pets. Knowing where your dog can get fleas will help you to prevent them from getting on him. Here are some of the most common ways that dogs get fleas.

Fleas from other Dogs

Fleas spread very easily. They are good jumpers, and can hop…

What to Look for In a Rooftop Dog Walk

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

It may not be the first thing that every dog walk professional thinks about, but in the event that you are called upon to take care of your client’s dog on top of a building, there are a few things you might want to look out for. It’s not inconceivable that clients in a very urban environment might ask pros to walk their dog in nearby access areas, rather than hauling them to area dog parks, which can get a…