Submitted by Indulgence on Tuesday, March 13, 2012
As the weather continues to warm up, your indoor cat may be more tempted to venture into the great outdoors. Veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker wrote recently about five ways to keep your indoor cat happy and healthy. Dr. Becker outlines five easy ways to look at your home from a pet’s point of view and add a few environmental enrichments to keep your cat both safe and happy indoors.
Submitted by Indulgence on Wednesday, February 29, 2012
On March 16th from 5pm - 8pm at the Costa Ventosa Winery in Whaleyville, MD, the staff of The Bookend Café and Pet Indulgence will be pouring wine and sponsoring a raffle for the Safe Haven No Kill Animal Shelter in Georgetown, DE.
Submitted by Indulgence on Saturday, February 25, 2012
While many of us have to get creative when money is tight, it’s hard to deny our pets the care they need regardless of the cost. Let’s face it–veterinarian care can get pricey, especially without pet insurance. Our friends at Tails Magazine have outlined 10 ways to save on pet health costs, and most are pretty common maintenance care that in the lifetime of your pet will save money on medical bills.
Submitted by Indulgence on Monday, February 13, 2012
There are many great resources that discuss issues regarding misconceptions of certain dog breeds. One of our favorite blogs is Four-Legged Mom (www.fourleggedmom.com), who shares great information regarding Pit-Bulls. Another is Tails Magazine (http://www.tailsinc.com), which has an interactive website and online community committed to connecting the animal welfare community with the general pet-loving population. The information below is an excerpt from an October, 2011 Tails Magazine arti
Submitted by Indulgence on Monday, February 06, 2012
There are lots of great resources for tips on dealing with dog aggression. We got these tips on how to prevent your dog from being too noisy or too aggressive from author and trainer, Sarah Hodgson. She notes that a dog’s behavior needs to be trimmed down and controlled well by his/her owner. She outlines two primary types of dog aggression: Self-Protective and Territorial Aggression.
Submitted by Indulgence on Wednesday, February 01, 2012
When we opened Indulgence 2 years ago, it was a blend of many types of gift items. But last year we changed the store to focus only on pets and pet owners. We'd like to change the name of the store to reflect that change and we'd like your help.
Do you have any suggestions for names that more accurately describe the store today - a place for great gifts for pets and pet lovers?
Please e-mail us at janilyn@indulgencefi.com with your suggestions or leave a comment on this site. We have a prize for the person who comes up with the best name!
Submitted by Indulgence on Wednesday, January 25, 2012
When most of us hear about cruelty to animals we think skinny, malnutrition, and under fed animals. That’s not always the case. Over-feeding your cat or dog can lead to just as many medical conditions as under feeding. A recent article sited by the Wall Street Journal reported that over half of U.S. dogs and cats are now overweight or obese. The study was conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. According to the study, one-fifth of dogs and cats are obese -- weighing 30% over a healthy weight.
Submitted by Indulgence on Friday, January 20, 2012
Our friends at The Cat Site have some great information on giving cats a bath. Many cat owners wince when they are faced with the prospect of bathing their cat. Past experience - or lurid second-hand tales from traumatized friends - often conjures up images of wet chaos with the blurred shape of a soaked cat climbing the walls (or, worse, your arms) with claws fully extended. As a result, most owners avoid bathing their cat altogether.
Submitted by Indulgence on Wednesday, January 11, 2012
Winter can be harsh on pets. Lesions on legs from stepping in snow holes, cuts on paws from walking on ice and illnesses from ingesting toxic chemicals are all dangers facing pets each winter. These are dangers that can easily be avoided if pet owners are conscientious.
For example, it’s very common but dangerous for owners to keep pets in the garage where they have access to anti-freeze and other toxic chemicals. Take time to assess items within the reach of your pet that might not have been around in the warmer months.
Submitted by Indulgence on Sunday, December 18, 2011
This time of year, many people are using air travel to visit family and friends during the holidays. Dogs lead the pack when it comes to travel but cats, birds and other animals often join the festivities too. The Humane Society of the United States recommends that you do not transport your pet by air unless absolutely necessary. If you aren’t sure whether or not you should take your pets with you on your travels, consider the following:
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