Our Expert: Linda Lombardi
Tips for Taking Your Dog Out to the Ballgame
By Linda Lombardi | April 4, 2016It's baseball season, and going to the game doesn't always mean having to leave your best friend at home. Major and minor league teams all over the country are holding special events where you can…View Full Post ›
What Do Zoo Animals Do When It Gets Cold?
By Linda Lombardi | November 2, 2015Zoos let us see animals from far-away places that many of us will never get to visit — often places with very different climates. So you might wonder: How do those zoo giraffes and lions make it…View Full Post ›
5 Dog-Friendly Activities You Haven't Tried Yet
By Linda Lombardi | October 7, 2015Nowadays, there are more ways than ever to spend time with your dog. Classics, like going for walks and playing ball, are great, but sometimes it's good for both of you to try something…View Full Post ›
Your New Pet: When It's Not Love at First Sight
By Linda Lombardi | September 10, 2015Some people pick a pet because they've fallen head over heels in love. Others aren't so sure at the start. If it's not love at first sight, is that a bad sign of things to come? Does it mean you've…View Full Post ›
Special Skills Every City Dog Needs to Know
By Linda Lombardi | August 18, 2015Living in the city can be great for dogs — as long as you teach them to enjoy it and stay safe from its dangers. "There are things you can do with your dog in the city that can be…View Full Post ›
The Animal Kingdom's Hardest Working Dads
By Linda Lombardi | June 17, 2015As we're celebrating our own dads this Father's Day weekend, don't forget that there are plenty of patriarchs in the animal kingdom who deserve to be celebrated, too. Of course, there are some…View Full Post ›
Pet Travel Trends: New Laws, Transportation Options and More
By Linda Lombardi | June 5, 2015Thinking of vacationing with your dog this summer? You're not alone. By some counts, the number of people who take their dog along when traveling has nearly doubled in the past 10 years. For…View Full Post ›
How to Create a Fun and Safe Summer Yard for Your Dog
By Linda Lombardi | May 28, 2015Summer's the time for getting outdoors and going places with your dog. But a canine staycation can be just as much fun if you try some new activities at home — and you can do them every day! Here…View Full Post ›
Traveling With Your Dog: How to Protect Your Pooch on Vacation
By Linda Lombardi | May 21, 2015Now's the time to plan those summer getaways, and more people are traveling with their dogs than ever before. If you're taking your pup on the road, you know you need to find a pet-friendly hotel…View Full Post ›
How People Who Travel With Cats Pull It Off
By Linda Lombardi | April 24, 2015Traveling with cats? No one travels with cats, right? Tell that to Lily, who goes on trips around town with her owner, Lori Cowell, in Florida. Or try to convince Bug, who just got back from a…View Full Post ›
8 Ways Your Pet Can Help Relieve Your Stress
By Linda Lombardi | March 4, 2015Sometimes finding time to walk the dog or clean the litterbox seems like one more task to cram into your busy day. But it's worth it. Here’s why: There are many ways our pets actually help…View Full Post ›
How to Keep Yourself and Your Pet From Getting Skunked
By Linda Lombardi | February 23, 2015Skunks don't really want to make you stink. In fact, they always warn you first. "The first thing he's going to do is try to run away. If he gets cornered, he's going to turn around and…View Full Post ›
