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The Easter season signals the start of spring with the days becoming warmer, daylight staying around longer and beautiful flowers...

A few weeks ago I posted a question in a Roanoke Valley pet page. . .”What do you wish you would have known before you got your puppy?” A...

I’ve tried a number of harnesses over the years but my favorite go-to harness has become The Freedom No-Pull Harness. Problems with other...

Dog theft is nothing new. Perhaps you heard the recent story about Lady Gaga’s dog walker being shot and her dogs stolen. Since the...

Tuesday is Shrove Tuesday. It goes by many other names, such as Fat Tuesday, Donut Day, and Pancake Day. While you spend the day enjoying...

It’s not too late to start that resolution to get healthy. And you can help the Roanoke Valley SPCA in the process. The 9th annual Tail...

In this age of COVID, many people are getting dogs for the very first time. Others are adding to their pet family. But the ever-changing...

Questions to ask when deciding whether to hire a pet sitter or board your cat.

Franklin County now has a new state-of-the art animal shelter.

Our canine friends can suffer from periodontal disease just like us. Here are some tips on how to brush their teeth.

Hire a dog walker to help you concentrate and be more productive while working from home.

Make sure you and your puppy are off to a great start in life by teaching him six things.

Summer is finally upon us with longer days and warmer temperatures. But when the mercury rises, it’s important to keep your dog safe from...

Facing a downturn in business because of the pandemic, a Roanoke caterer started a dog treat company.

You may be spending a lot of time on social media these days; I am too. I scroll through pictures of dogs, cats, and parents with their...

How hiring a dog walker can help you concentrate at work and give you peace of mind.

Emotions are running high right now. Some people are concerned they could become sick if they go to work. Others are worried about how to...

Learn three different games to play with your dog to keep his mind sharp.

Working from home sounds like a luxury for most people. Here are some tips to navigate working at home with your pet.

In some ways yesterday was a typical Saturday. . .people mowing grass and neighbors having a birthday party for a child.