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September 18, 2019 Confluence

3 Ways Pet Adoption Can Be a Win for All

Reading Time: 2 minutes “Pets are good for our physical and mental well-being,” said Mark Johnson, President of Mars Petcare North America. “Supporting pet adoption from local animal shelters is one of the most important things we do; not only does it support our global ambition to end pet homelessness, but we’re also helping improve the lives of the people in our community who are going home with a new best friend. It’s a win-win for everyone involved.”

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July 23, 2019 Confluence

5 Tips for Moving with a Pet

Reading Time: 3 minutes Whether it’s across the street or across the country, moving can be a stressful and chaotic time for your family. This can be especially true for your four-legged family members, who don’t understand what’s happening. Detailed planning and foresight can help alleviate some of the hassle and make relocating a more positive experience for everyone.

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July 5, 2019 Confluence

The Week: I found the internet’s good place. It’s dogs.

Reading Time: 6 minutes The other day, I was just goofing around on Twitter, procrastinating some other thing, as a writer on deadline is wont to do, and I asked a question, or rather, issued a polite demand: “Pls send me your best dog names.” A friend was adopting a new corgi puppy, and she’d asked me for name ideas. Naming a dog is way more fun than meeting a deadline, so of course, I would help. And so would Twitter.

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August 28, 2018 Confluence

Prevent Pets from Fleeing in Fright

Reading Time: 2 minutes Summer social gatherings and celebrations can add up to a lot of fun for humans, but it’s an equation that may test the limits for a fearful pet. The break-in day-to-day consistency and the chaos that comes with festivities can cause pets to escape in search of solace, which often times results in them leaving their loved ones behind.

“During the summer months, we tend to take a step away from our usual routines and that can be very unsettling for a pet,” said David Haworth, DVM, Ph.D., president of PetSmart Charities. “Even small barbecues and other summer events can cause distress that results in a pet fleeing for perceived safety.”

To help prevent your pet from running off, the experts from PetSmart Charities recommend these tips.