Becoming a Pet Owner
Advice for choosing the right animal for your family, considering potential pet costs, finding a vet and investing in pet insurance.
Thinking of adding an ?Easter Bunny? to your family? From an early age, we see those ridiculously cute faces?nose twitching, whiskers and in some cases, irresistible floppy ears. They are just too cute. But many don?t realize how much it takes to properly care for a rabbit...
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When I adopted my first pet -- a three-month-old grey and white cat -- I took him to the vet recommended by the local animal shelter. Unfortunately, the vet's office was small and cramped and felt dirty...
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When I picked my Pug puppy out of the litter almost eleven years ago, I was certain she would be everything I wanted in a pet - loving, obedient, cuddly and loyal. "Expensive" never entered...
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Getting a pet for the first time, whether it's a puppy, kitten, lizard or a mouse, is a big decision. The Care.com Family Pet Guide helps you find the right pet for you and your family.
Pet Owner Resources
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Friday, Jun 29, 2012
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With summer storms and fireworks displays popping up all over, your dog has every reason to burrow under the dining room table. But hide no more. It turns out many fear-related issues your pup has can...
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Wednesday, May 21, 2008
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Where dog etiquette is concerned, assumption is the mother of all doggie dust-ups...
Friday, Sep 26, 2008
How to introduce your dog to your new baby from Sheila Lirio Marcelo, Founder and CEO of Care.com
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Tuesday, Sep 11, 2012
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So you decided to add a dog to your family. Congratulations. And you've finally gotten settled with young Fido, but now that you've been able to spend some quality time with him, you realize that...
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Monday, Jan 11, 2010
When I adopted my first pet -- a three-month-old grey and white cat -- I took him to the vet recommended by the local animal shelter. Unfortunately, the vet's office was small and cramped and felt dirty...
Choosing a Pet
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Tuesday, Sep 11, 2012
So, you finally gave in to those heartfelt pleas from your kids and are searching for a new addition to your family. Pets can be the perfect companion for both young and old, but be sure to consider every...
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Saturday, Jan 17, 2009
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Thinking about getting a pet bird? Here's an overview of things to consider before making that commitment...
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Thursday, Mar 06, 2008
"There are reptile people and non-reptile people," said Susan Tellem, RN, executive director of American Tortoise Rescue...
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Sunday, Mar 01, 2009
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Does your child prefer creepy crawly creatures over something cute and cuddly? Do things that make other people's skin crawl just melt your heart? If so...
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Tuesday, May 20, 2008
There's a plethora of pet-celebrating blogs and websites out there...here's a reckoning of some of the more fascinating ones...
Adoption
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Thursday, Mar 15, 2012
Thinking of adding an ?Easter Bunny? to your family? From an early age, we see those ridiculously cute faces?nose twitching, whiskers and in some cases, irresistible floppy ears. They are just too cute. But many don?t realize how much it takes to properly care for a rabbit...
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Wednesday, Jul 02, 2008
I once saw a sign in an animal shelter that read: "Do you love German Shepherds? Labrador Retrievers? Boxers? Get them all, Get a Mutt!" In so many ways, this sentiment proves true...
Financial and Legal
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Tuesday, Feb 02, 2010
Like humans, pets have medical needs, a fact easily demonstrated by the billions of dollars that Americans spend on veterinary care each year. Pet insurance can help safeguard against unexpected and costly out-of-pocket medical expenses...
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Thursday, Mar 03, 2011
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When I picked my Pug puppy out of the litter almost eleven years ago, I was certain she would be everything I wanted in a pet - loving, obedient, cuddly and loyal. "Expensive" never entered...
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