Monthly Archives: August 2011

August 31, 2011 / Laura Potts

Wordless Wednesday: Amber, Tyler, Patches, and Maya

Tyler by Serafina S    If you would like to have your pet featured in our Wordless Wednesday segment, email your pet’s name and photo along with your name to Laura at social@petsafe.net.

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August 29, 2011 / Laura Potts

Basic obedience training: At last! An obedient, happy dog

Basic obedience training is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your dog. Training strengthens the bond between you and your pet by building understanding and mutual respect. It can open up a means of communication … Continue reading →

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August 26, 2011 / Laura Potts

Happy Dog Day!

There are a ton of crazy pet holidays out there. Of course, there are a few national pet days, some days are dedicated to illnesses, senior pets and shelter adoption. Some can even get really bizarre like: Yell, “Fudge!” at … Continue reading →

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August 24, 2011 / Laura Potts

Wordless Wednesday: Abby, Diamond, Daisy, Indy, and Lacie

      If you would like to have your pet featured in our Wordless Wednesday segment, email your pet’s name and photo along with your name to Laura at social@petsafe.net.   

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August 22, 2011 / Jim Tedford

New Pet Guide: 4 Things to Consider Before Adopting

By Jim Tedford, Director of Pet Identification Within the past six months, I have gone through the process of introducing and assimilating new dogs into my household TWICE.   And, these are not just ANY dogs…both are relatively high-energy, five-year-old Labrador … Continue reading →

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August 19, 2011 / Laura Potts

The Bean and The Bear

It is bedtime, and my wife and I are standing at the top of the stairs, trying to put the cats to bed. Yes, the Bean and the Bear share their own large bedroom. We call it the “kitty suite”. … Continue reading →

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August 17, 2011 / Laura Potts

Wordless Wednesday: Shelby, Dixie, Perla, Louie, and Oscar

Dixie (dog) and Perla (cat) by Matthew T Louie by Larry and Lani B  If you would like to have your pet featured in our Wordless Wednesday segment, email your pet’s name and photo along with your name to Laura … Continue reading →

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August 15, 2011 / Laura Potts

Pet door training made fun and simple!

A pet door can provide your pet with a great sense of freedom – and give your family a much-needed break from being your pet’s doorman. All dogs, puppies and cats can learn to use a pet door – and … Continue reading →

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August 12, 2011 / Laura Potts

Back to School: Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks

While puppyhood is the most important time to teach new habits, it’s never too late to teach old dogs new tricks. Taking a little bit more time and some extra patience, training an older dog isn’t much different than training … Continue reading →

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August 10, 2011 / Laura Potts

Wordless Wednesday: Bella, Quincy, Simon, and Tinkerbell

  Quincy by Tom & Kandice B Simon by Rachel H   Tinkerbell by Paula G  If you would like to have your pet featured in our Wordless Wednesday segment, email your pet’s name and photo along with your name … Continue reading →

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