Keeping It Pawsome

03/08/2021

Hate to admit it, but we've been guilty of one or two of these!

Pet owners can make veterinarians' jobs harder than they need to be. We spoke with several vets to find out what they wish pet owners wouldn't do.

03/07/2021

Not fun researching (too many gross photos of ticks), but important to know.

Ticks present a real danger to your pets. Here's everything you need to know about tick-borne diseases in dogs and cats including symptoms.

19/06/2021

This automatic feeder has definitely helped us keep our six cats fed. But a few improvements wouldn't hurt.

The WOpet Boost Automatic Feeder provides automatic meals so your pets never have to wait for a meal. But how well does it work?

01/05/2021

It's not uncommon for a rescue dog to be scared and timid. But there are things you can do to make him or her feel more comfortable.

Adopting a dog from an animal shelter or rescue? You can expect your new pup to be nervous and shy. Here's what you can do to help.

17/04/2021

If you’re a 🐶 parent, chances are you’ve experienced that awful helplessness of watching your dog pace or listening to him whine during fireworks or a thunderstorm. The stress-inducing effects of thunder and fireworks are well-known.

But what you may not realize is there are plenty of other noises, many daily occurring, that are causing similar levels of discomfort in your pup.

Dogs hear way more than we do, but what your dog is hearing may actually be affecting her behavior. Find out why.

02/04/2021

Not a bad deal at all! Get $25 off a Breed + Health DNA Test for your cat. (Regularly $129) -- https://bit.ly/31Dlity -- Use Code BUNNY25 - Ends 4/4/21

*And, yes, Keeping It Pawsome will get a small commission if you buy.

13/03/2021

Surprise results led us down the rabbit hole of cat DNA testing.

The Basepaws DNA test is the number one cat DNA kit on the market. But the results aren't as straightforward as you may be hoping for.

27/02/2021

The finding of what scientists are calling the oldest-known pet cemetery suggests the modern concept of pets wasn’t alien to the ancient world.

Finds suggest Roman-era owners formed strong emotional bonds with their companion animals

25/02/2021

Keeping It Pawsome's article "9 Mistakes Dog Trainers Say You're Making" beat out 8 other articles to win a Maxwell medal for best Online Article Or Blog Entry – Behavior or Training.

https://www.keepingitpawsome.com/dog-training-mistakes/

Dog training is about forming good habits. To do that you need to recognize the mistakes you're making before they turn into problems you're not ready for.

17/02/2021

We can't say enough good things about this powerful odor neutralizer and air purifier, which brings the freshness of outdoor-quality-air inside.

CritterZone Air Naturalizers may be small but they pack a punch. We can't say enough good things about this air purifier and odor neutralizer.

01/02/2021

How smart is your pooch?

Some talented dogs can learn new words after hearing them only four times, according to a new study.

28/01/2021

The Purrs Hare Squidly Didly wand attachment toy may be the best cat toy we've ever come across. Here's what makes it so great.

26/01/2021

We've always found our cats let us know exactly where they want to be pet. And despite all the "don't touch their belly" talk, we've had two female cats that LOVE having their tummies rubbed.

Where do you kitties like to be petted?

Fun fact: your cat probably hates the way you're currently petting them.

25/01/2021

A 2020 study has shed some light on the evolution of the modern dog, revealing that there were already at least five different types of dogs in the time period immediately after the last Ice Age.

A 2020 study has shed some light on the evolution of the modern dog, revealing there were at least five types of dogs by the last Ice Age.

18/01/2021

The #5 favorite word dogs want to hear is fetch.

Can you guess the first four?

In a three-month study, the experts at OnBuy.com surveyed 4,389 pet owners to uncover the words and phrases that dogs love to hear the most.

14/01/2021

We've never seen a cat admit to its mistake, have you?

12/01/2021

I scream, you scream, now our dogs scream, for ice cream!

Ben & Jerry's Doggie Desserts are the perfect frozen dog treat for your beloved pup! Just like you love Ben & Jerry's ice cream, your dog will love Doggie Desserts.

07/01/2021

You tell us! Why does watching your dog be a dog fill you with happiness?

31/12/2020

May the new year bring you 365 days of dog and cat cuddles that fill your heart with joy!

25/12/2020

'Tis the season to wish one another joy and love and peace. Merry Christmas.

17/12/2020

Truth.

16/12/2020

Super excited to announce our article "9 Mistakes Dog Trainers Say You’re Making" is a finalist in the 2020 Dog Writers Association of America's Annual Writing Competition!

https://www.keepingitpawsome.com/dog-training-mistakes/

15/12/2020

A holiday song created just for dogs!

Play it for your pup and tell us how he or she reacted!

Dogs are the best, and we needed them more than ever this year. This is the first ever Christmas song made just for dogs - we made it for our dogs, your dogs...

14/12/2020

Need a better night's sleep?

Get a dog!

Research findings show women sleep more soundly at night with dogs by their side

12/12/2020

Happy Hanukkah!

May the light of this season shine throughout your year.

11/12/2020

If your pet had a theme song, what would it be?

10/12/2020

If you've been chosen, consider yourself very lucky.

08/12/2020

Monkey checking out her "Your Cat Backpack."

We've had the backpack for more than a month and so far she's the only one who will go in -- and stay in -- without "help" from us.

05/12/2020

The perfect wrapping paper for your animal-loving family and friends -- plus you're supporting a great cause!

With the holidays approaching, animals who have been abused, neglected or left homeless could use something to celebrate. For a limited time, when you give a lifesaving gift of $25 or more for vulnerable animals, you can get our exclusive holiday wrapping paper as a thank you. Our wrapping paper fea...

04/12/2020

Time for some Friday Fun!

Let's play dog and cat breed dominoes. Name a breed of dog or cat that starts with the last letter of the breed that came before.

Starting with: Poodle