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March is Adopt a Guinea Pig Month! This guide will help set you up to welcome a new guinea pig into your home. It covers everything from what to feed your new guinea, importance Vitamin C supplementation guidelines, to the best kind home and bedding, and gives you lots of fun ways to keep your guinea pig physically and mentally engaged.

Separation distress or anxiety is becoming more and more common with out pets. It can be challenging to manage since as much as you like, you can't stay home forever! It's not a quick fix but, this one exercise you can do at home with your dog, is a really good starting place.

February is Pet Dental Month! Did you know that 80% of dogs over age three and up to 90% of cats over age four have dental disease?! Dental disease is one of the most common diseases diagnosed by veterinarians. Learn what to look for and top tips for helping your pets keep their teeth sparkling and healthy.

Improving your dog's recall or come when called skills can allow your dog additional freedom to explore and can also help keep them safe in case of emergency. In our final week of the New Year, New Dog series, we'll walk you through a fun come training came and brush up on some in case of emergency prep tips for your pets.

Teaching your dog to "drop it" and to "leave it" aren't just useful skills to have, they can be essential skills to keep your pup safe! Learning to drop or leave it can prevent exposure to toxins or other gross things that could make your dog sick. In this week's module learn how to start teach these skills and discover some common toxins so you know what to avoid.

In this week's lesson for our New Dog, New Year series, we are going to help you get moving with your dog! If going on walks with your dog isn't always fun because they pull you everywhere or you are worried if they are up for more exercise we have you covered. You will learn how to get your dog to move with you, a great first step in better leash walking, and we'll cover joint care basics as well.

This week, in our New Year New Dog series, your dog will learn about holding still. This is the start to all kinds of stay training, relaxation training, holding still for grooming and more. Your dog will learn that it’s their responsibility to hold still, no matter what is happening around them. Your veterinary team will appreciate this one as well!

The new year is a great time to learn new skills and brush up on old ones! In our New Year, New Dog series we are going to help you and your dog get started on the best paw! Each week this month we'll focus on one training and pet care topic and provide step by step help and guidance. This week our goal is teaching your dog to focus while helping you develop a plan for keeping your pet a healthy weight, even with all those training treats!

Is your dog great when you are at home or in your backyard but as soon you are out and about it's like they have forgotten everything they have learned? Don't worry, you aren't the only one who feels that way! Some dogs, like some people, have a hard time focusing in new environments. We will guide your through a few exercises to practice with your dog and build their focus no matter where they are.

Discover how you can include your pet in your holiday celebrations but keep them safe at the same time!

Embarking on the journey of house training an adult or rescue dog can be both rewarding and challenging. Learn how to navigate common challenges, establish a consistent routine, and build a strong bond with your dog as you pave the way for house training.

Everyone knows about the importance of socialization, but what does this mean and how do we put it into action? Do those online socialization checklists work? Learn how to set your puppy up for future success with solid socialization.