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For Your Pet Archive

Oct 31, 2012

When Training Isn’t Enough

Your pup needs more than basic obedience.

Bringing home your new dog from the Adoption Center is an exciting day! Getting to know your new pet’s…


Oct 31, 2012

What Makes Our Pets Itch?

“My dog stays up all night scratching herself!”


Apr 30, 2012

Your Home Can Be Hazardous to Your Pet’s Health

My father worked as an insurance agent for more than 60 years and spent much of his career advising people on how to avoid risk. I would often hear…


Apr 30, 2012

Tips on How to Choose the Right Pet for Your Lifestyle

Adopting any new pet requires a lot of thought, time and commitment.

Every member of your family needs to be on board and present for the selection…


Oct 31, 2011

Pregnancy, Cats & Toxoplasmosis

Understanding toxoplasmosis


Apr 30, 2011

Rejuvenation tips for Older Pets

Our dogs and cats are precious to us. We want them to live forever, but we don’t like to see them show any signs of age. People often explain problems…


Nov 01, 2010

A Guide to Pet Dental Care

The gnawing concerns from owners about veterinary dental hygiene.


Nov 01, 2010

Canine Social Systems The Human Role

“A species so intimately involved with our own, which has shared our life since time immemorial.”

 - Alfred Barbou

Let’s start at the very beginning…


Oct 31, 2010

Winter Activities to Share With Your Dog

When the weather outside gets cold and the snow begins to fall, getting outdoors with your dog can be a lot of fun. Even though many Chicago residents…


Oct 31, 2010

Pet Emergency Guide

Q: How do I know if there’s an emergency with my pet?

“I recently spent about four hours in an emergency room with my labradoodle, “Hudson”, who had…