Potty tales: Behold the magic of shop towels

#MiddleburyCT #LitterBox #ShopTowels DEAR PAW’S CORNER: When I turned 78 years ago, my wringer washer broke. I hated toting laundry to the laundromat, and I hated lugging home ... Continue Reading →

After neutering, follow the veterinarian’s advice

#MiddleburyCT #Pets #Neutering DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I believe strongly in natural cures and treatments for people and pets. Recently, my tomcat, Jessup, went to the vet to get fixed, ... Continue Reading →

Pet’s safety is paramount at holiday dinners

#MiddleburyCT #HolidayDinners #Pet’sSafety DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Last year, I caught my uncle and aunt feeding our King Charles Spaniel, Doogie, food from their plates after ... Continue Reading →

A handful of dog treats help the medicine go down

#MiddleburyCT #Medications #Dogs #Cats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I have a tip for the owner who is struggling to give their dog eye medicine. Our dog had cataract removal surgery earlier ... Continue Reading →

Plan now for the cost of a new pet

#MiddleburyCT #PetExpenses #NewPet DEAR PAW’S CORNER: As the holiday season approaches, many people are thinking about adopting or purchasing a pet as a gift. Can you remind readers ... Continue Reading →

Pet buying scam leaves owner heartbroken

#MiddleburyCT #Pets #PetBuyingScam DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I got scammed! I can’t believe it. For decades, I’ve purchased specific dog breeds from reputable breeders locally ... Continue Reading →

Veterinary careers can be rewarding

#Middlebury #VeterinaryCareers DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’d love to work with animals as a career. But I’m not sure I want to go through years of college to become a veterinarian, ... Continue Reading →

Help a “found” cat get home

#Middlebury #Cat DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My friend found an orange cat matching the description on a paper flyer posted on a nearby telephone pole. However, the email address listed ... Continue Reading →

Litter box mystery solved

#Middlebury #LitterBox DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m responding to your recent column about the kitten who won’t litter train. I’ve had kitties for over 50 years. The ... Continue Reading →

Are dogs growing more anxious?

#Middlebury #Anxiety #Dogs DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My small mixed-breed dog, Tara, has terrible anxiety, especially when I leave the house or during thunderstorms. I have to either ... Continue Reading →