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Let’s face it, most dogs misbehave from time to time.  While it may be tempting to correct the bad behavior with a spank, you should never discipline your dog physically.  Spanking is confusing to your dog, may cause your dog to become hand-shy or fearful of you, and most importantly, doesn’t teach him the desired [...]

Most of us have seen a cat rub his head against people, objects or even other cats.  This activity is referred to as “chinning.”  What is the purpose of this unique behavior?  This is actually a form of communication.  Cats have special scent glands located in various places, including around the mouth, chin, forehead and [...]

When traveling by car, most dogs can’t resist sticking their head outside the car window and enjoying the sights and smells.  However, there are several reasons this practice is actually unsafe for your dog.
First, if the window is open far enough for your dog to stick his head out, it is possible for him to [...]

Pet food bowls come in many different sizes and materials.  Many people choose plastic pet food bowls because they are readily available, inexpensive and come in a variety of colors and sizes.  However, a plastic bowl might not be the best choice for your pet’s food bowls.
Downsides of plastic: Plastic food bowls can get small [...]

So you are ready to adopt a new cat or kitten, and have decided to adopt from your local shelter?  There are a few steps you can take to ensure a great match.
Before you visit the shelter: You should have a general idea of the type of cat you are looking for.  Do you have [...]

The Wildlife Rescue Team (WRT) was founded in 1979, and is a non-profit organization staffed by volunteers.  The WRT is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of orphaned and injured Nebraska wildlife, with the ultimate goal of returning the animal to its natural habitat. Additionally, WRT provides educational programs to help teach the importance of [...]