Mary Simpson

1 week ago | petguide.com | Mary Simpson

NEW! by Mary Simpson (IC: ) (photo credit: Skydive Erick / shutterstock.com)Whether you share space with an older dog or have chosen to adopt a senior pet (congrats, on that!), introducing kids to your pooch for the first time isn’t as easy as opening the front door and declaring “he loves everybody”. Because when it comes to new experiences, not all dogs react in a positive manner.

1 week ago | petguide.com | Mary Simpson

There are numerous self-help books on the market that share advice on mental health and how to make your life a happier one. And while we seem to understand the minutiae of what makes humans tick, are we equally in tune with our four-legged buddies? Do we know what makes them happy? Of course, at the moment, treats, walks, and belly rubs will always do the trick. But how do we know if, on a general day-to-day level, they’re, well… contented happy?

1 week ago | petguide.com | Mary Simpson

(photo credit: Klimek Pavol / shutterstock.com)Those of us with indoor cats and a deck or backyard will almost certainly find it hard to curtail our feline’s natural desire to sit outside, take in some sun, and chase every leaf that blows or flutters. Mine are content to remain in their backyard and imagine they could actually catch the squirrels and birds that float in and out of their world. They couldn’t if they tried but the problem is, that once upon a time they could.

1 week ago | petguide.com | Mary Simpson

Back in 2014, the world was swept up in something called the Ice Bucket Challenge that launched in support of ALS awareness. While the philanthropic side of the challenge was certainly the important part, the fun of being able to willingly dump a bucket of ice-filled water over our heads while calling out friends and family to do the same, turned the challenge, viral. Fast forward and a new trend has emerged that isn’t quite so philanthropic… or well-intentioned.

1 week ago | petguide.com | Mary Simpson

Spring is in the air and when feral cats (or even house cats who’ve not yet been spayed) get in the family way, shelters can easily become overrun. So, let’s talk about the urgent need for shelters to find fosters this time of year… But first, let’s look at why it’s important to have your female feline spayed. For anyone who’s hesitating to spay or neuter their cat, there are several reasons why holding off can be the worst pet-related decision you’ve ever made.