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People attending dog social events can be at risk of zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that spread from animals to people. Some of these diseases can be spread directly from dogs to people, while other diseases may come from the environment where the dog social gathering is taking place.

House training older dogs is a more delicate process than with younger dogs. You will also experience more difficulties in house training older dogs as they tend to respond and progress much slower to most training methods and commands than younger dogs. Don't lose hope, we can help, with three (3) tips you can use to housetrain your older dog.

Overstimulation is the swatting or biting behavior that cats exhibit in response to too much petting. Oftentimes, cats who are easily overstimulated are friendly cats who will seek attention from people, but then strike out after a short period of petting. The cause of overstimulation is not known, but there are ways to reduce the incidences of biting and swatting.

Traveling by air with a pet can be a challenge. With proper consideration, some patience and understanding, you can help reduce the stress both you and your pet may experience during your air travel trips.

Spaying or neutering your pet means surgically removing some of the animal's organs so he or she may not reproduce. This operation is done by a veterinarian. By spaying or neutering your pet, you are helping solve the problem of pet overpopulation, protecting your pet from potential harm, and ensuring a safer community.