Our Expert: Shayna Meliker
5 Things Pet Owners Should Know Before Planting Spring Gardens
By Shayna Meliker | March 7, 2017For many of us and our pets, the sweet arrival of springtime signifies warmer weather and longer daylight hours — which translates to more time outside! If you have pets and plan to spend time…View Full Post ›
7 Things You Should Know About Reading Pet Food Labels
By Shayna Meliker | January 19, 2017Navigating the pet food aisle can be tricky: A pet food label’s numbers and percentages can easily be misinterpreted, and marketing claims may lack regulatory definitions or objective, verifiable…View Full Post ›
10 Long-Haired Cat Breeds We Love
By Shayna Meliker | January 16, 2017Styles come and go, but as far as we're concerned, a long-haired cat will always be en vogue. If it's a style that suits your fancy — and you're prepared for the grooming needs that are required —…View Full Post ›
10 Holiday Pet Dangers Lurking in Your Home
By Shayna Meliker | November 29, 2016The holiday season should be a time for making happy memories with our families — and that certainly includes our pets! Unfortunately, there are many seasonal dangers for cats and dogs that could…View Full Post ›
7 Things to Consider When Hiring a Pet Sitter
By Shayna Meliker | November 17, 2016Picking a pet sitter isn't a decision you should take lightly — but we're sure we don't need to tell you that! We bet you've already put more thought into who will be caring for your beloved cat or…View Full Post ›
Our Favorite NFL-Themed Gear for Pets
By Shayna Meliker | September 8, 2016Ah, football season. It's the surest sign of fall: those leisurely Sundays spent with friends, family and the kid who works the counter at your local wing stop. To help you and your pets get into…View Full Post ›
7 Myths You Shouldn’t Believe About Big Dogs
By Shayna Meliker | July 7, 2016Many people are intimidated by large dog breeds — often because of their preconceived notions about them. After all, big dogs can't live in apartments and tend to be overweight and they're not good…View Full Post ›
4 Cool Cat Breeds You've Probably Never Seen
By Shayna Meliker | May 17, 2016Since so many of our cats are domestic shorthairs, it's pretty rare for some of us to cross paths with a purebred feline — and it's even more extraordinary to meet one of these cool-looking cat…View Full Post ›
5 Things You Might Be Doing That Can Harm Your Pet
By Shayna Meliker | May 16, 2016Of course you would never deliberately hurt your beloved pet, but what if there were things you were doing — perhaps even every day — that were harming your furry friend? We're putting safety…View Full Post ›
The Best Gear for Camping With Your Dog
By Shayna Meliker | May 2, 2016Are you going camping with your dog? Whether you're an experienced outdoorsman or a novice trying out this fun, seasonal hobby for the first time, there are several items you should plan to have on…View Full Post ›
5 Ways to Be a Better Cat Owner
By Shayna Meliker | April 12, 2016They say dogs have owners, cats have staff. And what better way to serve your favorite feline than to make a commitment to being a better cat owner? Oops, we meant being a better cat servant! From…View Full Post ›
Celebrate Spring With Adorable Videos of Puppies Enjoying the Great Outdoors
By Shayna Meliker | March 18, 2016There are few things in this world that brighten our day more than springtime and puppies. So, naturally, we're celebrating spring's early return by watching our favorite YouTube videos of puppies…View Full Post ›