Make a Dog Bowl Planter, So Your Pooch Can Water the Plants!

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Dogs don’t have quite as refined table manners as we do, but instead of begrudgingly mopping up the splash zone after they go in for a drink of water, why not make the most of their messy habits? Create a dog planter bowl full of plants that get watered every time your pup gets thirsty. […]

Safe, Fun Ways to Enjoy Outdoor Activities with Small Pets

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Do you have small pets like guinea pigs, ferrets, or rabbits? Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s a great time to give our little furry friends some fresh air and exercise. However, it’s important to watch your pets closely during outdoor activities. Be diligent about removing any possible dangers so you can enjoy […]

The Best Crops to Grow for All of Your Pets

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Growing a vegetable garden is fantastic for creating a reliable, steady food supply for you and your family—but it can also provide food for your pets! We’re passionate about providing pets with the healthiest food options available, but if the deluxe food brands are a bit outside of your price range, planting organic crops to […]

Keeping Spring Activities Safe and Fun for Your Pets

Keeping Spring Activities Safe and Fun for Your Pets Mother Nature Powell River

Spring is such a fun time for pets—they can finally get some activity in the sunshine without having to trudge through cold snow and ice! But after that snow melts, there are some potential dangers to be aware of before you let the pups out for a run around the yard or neighbourhood park. Things […]

Man’s Best Coworker: How to Work from Home with Pets

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More folks are working from home or adopting a hybrid work model that’s half in-home and half in-office. While our pets are happy to have more time with their owners, having them around can create some challenges while trying to work from home. We put together these tips to help pet owners like you learn […]

Give Your Pet the Gift of Fresh Breath This Valentine’s Day

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Getting covered in puppy kisses is one of the sweeter sides of pet ownership, but if your pooch has stinky breath, it’s a less pleasant experience. This Valentine’s Day, get your pets a gift you’ll all appreciate—fresher breath! And what’s the best way to make your pet’s breath fresher? Raw bones!  Chewing on raw bones […]

How to Protect Fido from Dog Flu

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It’s not just humans that have to battle through the cold and flu season every year. Your pets can experience illnesses as well. Here’s what you need to know about the most common pet illnesses.   Upper Respiratory Infections The most common upper respiratory infection in pets is kennel cough. Like the common cold runs […]

Protect Your Pet’s Paws This Winter

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Most of the year, a dog’s paws act like built-in shoes. The leather skin pads are resilient to most surfaces and weather. But winter for a dog can be hard on the feet. Exposure to snow, ice, and salt can lead to frozen toes, frostbite, and cracks in the skin. Here are the best tips […]

The Benefits of Betta Fish: Bold, Beautiful, and Easy!

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It seems like everyone wants to have fish at some point in their lives, and betta fish are great starter pets for first-timers. These fish are beautiful, available in various exciting colours, and sold in almost every pet store— they’re one of the easiest fish to care for! It’s true, bettas are low maintenance, but […]