LOCAL PET NEWS

Rollins Ford Regional Park Opens Oct. 7

Rollins Ford Regional Park
Prince William Parks & Rec. to hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Rollins Ford Regional Park.

Halloween Pet Costume Contest

All Ages. October 1–21 Hocus Pocus, we hope you join us for the third annual Manassas City Library Halloween Pet Costume Contest! Email a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume to libmanassascity@pwcgov.org between October …

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A champion gymnast’s wellness routine … for her dog

(BPT) - Establishing and maintaining a solid wellness routine is a big part of living your best life. From nutritious meals to regular exercise and self-care practices, every little thing you do can …

6 Questions You Might Have if Your Dog Is Peeing Inside

(BPT) - When you find a puddle of pee on your dog’s favorite snooze spot, it’s easy to jump to worry. You might even be asking yourself if she did it to be spiteful. While it’s not …
Turning Imagination into Pet Care Innovation
(BPT) - Close your eyes and imagine a world where pets are as healthy and happy as possible. Now open them and look at your own pet who gives you so much love and companionship. Big dreams for pets …
Unleash the future: A pioneering journey in pet care innovation
(BPT) - The pet care world has seen many dynamic changes over the past few years, such as the growth of the pet supplement category, new pet food niches and high-tech pet-related products. Pets' …
Paws and play: 5 great ways to stay active with your dog this summer
Pettable drew on advice from the American Kennel Club and veterinary experts to find out ways to stay active with your dog this summer.
Most pet owners who have pet insurance say it's worth the cost
Experian surveyed pet owners to retrieve their views about the financial responsibility of owning pets and whether or not paying for pet insurance is worth it.
Unleashing Relief: Tips for Managing Your Itchy Dog
(BPT) - What’s the number one reason pet parents bring their dogs to the veterinarian? If you thought the answer was annual vaccinations or stomach issues, you might be surprised to find out …
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Affordable Cleaning Service Expands to New Headquarters

Affordable Cleaning Services is an independently-owned local business that combines professionalism, responsiveness, and thorough cleaning!

Once Foster Child Becomes Gray Face Acres Rescue Foster Mom

Taylor Garduno Sharpe of Bristow is an avid volunteer, community leader, involved mother, wife and foster doggy-mommy to a senior pit-bull/great Dane mix. Her experience with great foster parents made her a great mom, and now foster-rescue mom.

Rollins Ford 'Multi-Use' 'Destination' Park to Feature Farm-Themed Playground

Rollins Ford Park will be a 70-acres park with fields, a large playground, dog park and trails.
Help your dogs stay calm during July 4th fireworks
The Conversation looks at how owners can protect their dogs from loud fireworks on Independence Day, with tips from a veterinary professor at Mississippi State University.
10 summertime plants that are toxic to dogs
Ollie identified 10 of the most common summertime plants that are toxic to dogs using research from the ASPCA, AKC, and scientific studies.
Creating a Pet-Friendly Palace
(Family Features) As much as you love your pets and work hard to make them part of the family, they're also a big responsibility. Part of that responsibility includes setting up your home so it's equal parts stylish (for you) and functional (for Fido).
Make Summer Travel with Pets Enjoyable and Seamless
(Family Features) For pet owners, cats and dogs are part of the family, which means when it's time to head out of town this summer, the four-legged friends get to come along, too.

Fact or Fiction? Discover the Truth about Canine Osteoarthritis and Available Treatment Options

(BPT) - Has your dog been acting differently? Do they seem to be slowing down? What many pet owners don’t realize is that changes in behavior can also mean your four-legged friend is in pain. …
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