Author Archives: Natalie Lester

How to choose the right training tool for your pet

By Natalie Lester, PetSafe Brand Communications Specialist When I adopted Emma, I pictured long evening walks, happy afternoons at the office and Saturday morning snuggles. I knew there would be a learning curve for her to adjust, but I didn’t … Continue reading

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Water: The Nutrient Playing a Key Role in Canine and Feline Health

By Patrick Mahaney, VMD, CVA, CVJ Living in the perpetually sunny, hot, and dry climate of Southern California has forced me to be especially attuned to the hydration needs of my own dog, Cardiff, and my veterinary patients. I’ve witnessed … Continue reading

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How to choose the right toy for your pet

By Michelle Mullins, PetSafe Training & Behavior Education Manager Choosing the right toys for your dog can help in keeping him on his best behavior. A few good enrichment toys can help with everything from a chew hound, a fast … Continue reading

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Go green with your pet this spring.

By Dr. Patrick Mahaney, VDM, CVA, CVJ It’s nearly spring, which means putting away the winter coat, spending more time outside, and starting spring cleaning. Unfortunately, the labors we take to achieve a spring-clean home or yard can cause toxicity … Continue reading

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Hero Dogs announced: Bark For Your Park stars prepare for debut

By Natalie Lester, PetSafe Brand Communications Specialist After listening to feedback from 2012 Bark For Your Park participants, we knew you wanted to see your dogs front and center during our annual contest. So, we launched the Hero Dog contest … Continue reading

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Euthanasia: How to make the decision for your pet

by T. J. Dunn, DVM One of the great joys of life is bringing home a new puppy, kitten, or rescue pet from a local shelter. There is the promise of many happy moments during the lifetime of the pet. … Continue reading

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Ultrasonic Bark Control Collar: What did the research tell us?

By Jessica Medlin, PetSafe Marketing Research Specialist It’s inevitable, dogs are going to bark. We hear from our consumers regularly that controlling barking is a MAJOR issue for them and often a barrier to enjoying their time with their dogs. … Continue reading

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How to succeed at off-leash play

  By Elizabeth Wasserman for The Dog Daily Like a doting parent, Anne Hendrickson recalls when her dog, Riley, was just a puppy and she started taking him to an off-leash dog park in Minneapolis. “It was so much fun,” … Continue reading

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How does your pet fool you?

By Natalie Lester, PetSafe Brand Communications Specialist Monday was one of the most fun days of the year – April Fools! I am not a big prankster, but I’ve always been an easy target for those looking for prank victims. … Continue reading

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