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Make Your Own Pet Treats

Making your own pet treats isn't as hard as you might think, and because you have control over the ingredients you use, they can be quite healthy for your favorite pet, too. Most pet treats only use a few ingredients, and some don't even need to be baked or cooked. In fact, many of these treats are so easy to make, the kids may be happy to join in and help. So, try these recipes and see your pets come beg for more!

Travel: Bringing Your Pet Along for the Ride

Those who have pets are faced with a dilemma when vacation time rolls around: do they bring their pet to the kennel for the duration of the trip or do they bring them along to enjoy the fun?

A big part of this decision rests on where your vacation destination will be; many resorts and hotels do not allow pets to say on the premises making a stay at the kennel a necessity. However, if your summer travels are taking you to grandma’s house or the home of another relative or friend, then chances are you can bring your pet along for the ride. Before you pack up their bowl and leash and hit the road, however, there are a few things you should know.

Adoption and Rescue:  Adopting a Retired Greyhound

Families looking to adopt a dog into their household usually turn to their local animal shelter to find their new friend. What many don't realize, however, is that there is another available option: retired greyhounds.

For the uninitiated, there are 15 states that have legalized dog racing: Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Oregon, Rhode Island, Texas, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Greyhounds, because of their ability to run fast and far, are used at many of these tracks.

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