Kimberly Alt

Retractable leashes give your dog freedom and flexibility. However there are a variety of options and features to consider when shopping…

Have you ever wondered where your cat gets his fluffy tail from? Thanks to a cat breed DNA test, you can learn about his traits and possible diseases he may obtain throughout his life. Purchase a cat DNA kit today to learn more about your cat’s ancestry…

Looking to keep your pup warm this winter? We’ve got reviews on boots, sweaters and winter coats all for dogs. Find out which ones we think are great and which ones you should pass on…

When my husband and I adopted our dog Sally in 2017 we were extremely curious about her dog breed makeup. We suspected she was hound of some sort but were uncertain of what type or anything else beyond that. So, we decided to take a dog DNA test to learn more. We completed a Wisdom Panel test for her and in less than two weeks, we had the results. What we discovered in the results was completely surprising to us…

You went to all that trouble to bathe your dog, don’t slack off on the drying part. Leaving your dog’s skin and fur wet can cause skin irritations and the coat to become oily faster. Thoroughly drying your dog’s hair can result in it being softer and having fewer tangles…

There’s info all over the web about pet insurance, and more companies than you can count on two hands (or paws) that provide it, but when it comes right down to it, do you really need pet insurance? Is it worth it? We turn pet insurance inside out and upside down as we look at how it works, why you might need it, what it covers, how much it costs, and which providers we recommend…

Hiring a dog trainer can be expensive but it could also lead to your dog looking to the trainer as the alpha dog. Your dog may want affirmation from the trainer instead of you. Not only could this cause some problems at home where he may not listen to you, but it will also hurt your feelings a bit that your dog is closer friends with someone else. Have no fear, Doggy Dan to the rescue…

You may think your dog is just trying to annoy you with its constant chewing on the squeak toy, but that’s not it. There’s a reason your dog loves that “squeak, squeak” sound and it has to do with its instincts…

Fido just leaped for a frisbee and now he’s limping. What’s wrong with him? Do I need to take him to the vet? How much will it cost? This is why pet insurance is so extremely important. In a time of panic, you should be worrying about the health of your dog, not the number in your bank account. We rate the biggest names in the pet insurance industry based on our own research and provide you with a summary of what each company offers as well as pros and cons for each…

As dog owners ourselves, we understand that the day to day expenses can add up and the cost of pet insurance is one that may appear unnecessary at first. Much like our health insurance, however, pet insurance is there when the moment comes that you need to fall back on the financial support an insurance plan can offer. And if you don’t have the plan already in place, you will likely find yourself in a tight spot…