How long is too long to leave pets at home alone?

#MiddleburyCT #Dogs #SeparationAnxiety DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My neighbor across the hall confronted me yesterday, accusing me of mistreating my dog. She said that Cookie whines and ... Continue Reading →

Pet’s allergies blossom in spring

#MiddleburyCT #Cat #Allergies #Allergens DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 7-year-old cat, Sunbeam, has a tough time in the spring when the pollen starts to fly. He sneezes frequently, his ... Continue Reading →

Renovations and pets don’t mix

#MiddleburyCT #HomeRenovation DEAR PAW’S CORNER: We have a contractor coming soon to renovate our kitchen. I plan to keep my cat, Freya, out of the way and in a separate room ... Continue Reading →

Train dog to stay calm on leash

#MiddleburyCT #Reactivity #Training DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I adopted a sweet but somewhat rambunctious little mutt, Karla, who is about 13 months old. The problem is that she wants ... Continue Reading →

What to do when tick removal goes wrong

#MiddleburyCT #Ticks #TickRemoval DEAR PAW’S CORNER: After taking my Terrier, Hank, for a walk around my subdivision yesterday, I noticed when taking off his leash that a tick ... Continue Reading →

Little dog has a lot of moxie

#MiddleburyCT #Hyperactivity #Walks DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I adopted a small mutt from the local shelter and named her “Moxie.” She’s adorable but really energetic. ... Continue Reading →

Bring an old dog to heel

#MiddleburyCT #Training #OldDog DEAR PAW’S CORNER: After my aunt passed away, I gladly agreed to take in her dog, “Hunter,” a rather squat, obese Beagle. He’s ... Continue Reading →

Flea onslaught strikes early

#MiddleburyCT #Fleas DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I can’t believe it – it’s only March, and my cat Flicker is already scratching himself silly with fleas! He has terrible ... Continue Reading →

Have vet check dog’s hoarse bark

#MiddleburyCT #HoarseBark #AcidReflux DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My little dog Barnsey is quite a barker for a terrier, but for the past several days his bark has been very hoarse. He ... Continue Reading →

Make homemade treats for your dog

#MiddleburyCT #PuppyTraining #HomemadeTreats DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My new puppy’s training is going very well, and he responds very well to rewards of little treats. I worry ... Continue Reading →