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When most people think of animal safety, they automatically think about dog bite prevention. However, many other dangers come with interacting with animals, both wild and domesticated. Teaching your children how to interact safely with animals is an important lesson that can help keep them safe in various situations. This blog post will discuss seven tips for teaching kids how to interact with animals safely!

Pets are like family to a lot of us and are treated like royalty by many. They are our companions and live in our homes with us, and some people spend thousands a year on grooming, accessories and five-star meals, so why not invest in insurance too? The difference pet insurance can make is astounding as it can actually save you money.

There are a few types of pet insurance policies available for different types of cover, such as accident coverage, illness coverage and wellness coverage. Each policy type acts in a different way, so look for a policy that suits your needs. Most insurers don’t cover pets with pre-existing health conditions, so getting an insurance policy before your pet gets sick is really important for protecting both you and them. Insurance means that you can get high-quality treatment for your pet, no matter their condition.

I know there are people who hate the term furbabies, but my dog is still one of my babies and I can't imagine my life without him. I know I love giving little gifts to my pet. We don't go all out for the holidays, but with the holidays closer than you think, I thought I would share some fun gift ideas to give the furry friend in your life this holiday season.

Welcoming a pet into your home is no easy decision. While it might seem like a dream come true, in reality, owning a dog can be hugely taxing and gives you a lot more responsibility day to day.

The decision is even more difficult when small children are in the home. Will the dog and kids get along? Will the kids be safe? Which breeds are the best for kids? There are, understandably, a lot of questions. However, there is a huge number of benefits to bringing a dog into your family, all of which have been scientifically proven to help your children develop into healthy and happy little humans.

As your dog ages, you must adapt their care to their individual needs and toward any health conditions which they may start to develop. This will ensure that your senior canine can maintain a high quality of life throughout old age and into the end of their lives. Here are some top tips on how to care for older dogs.

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I love animals. Who doesn't? And so do my kiddos. I recently shared my furbabies' story of how he is dealing with illness. Last year, my daughter and son received ASPCA rescue pets and this year I am excited to share with them tales of inspiration that are feature in the new book series "ASPCA kids: Rescue Readers".


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