Categories Archives: Pets

Lessons Learned from Temple Grandin

It was doing some sort of weird freeze drizzle recently as I got in my car and prepared to head east towards a town outside of Boston. For a brief moment, I considered staying at home. “What if the ride home includes me, the Mass Pike, and a whole bunch of black ice?” I pondered. [...]read moreLessons Learned from Temple Grandin

How to Get Your Cat to Use the Litter Box – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Unquestionably, cats are among the most widely owned pets in the world. They are renowned for their independence, inquisitiveness, and capacity for self-cleaning. But when a cat won’t use the litter box, that presents one of the largest problems for cat owners. This might be annoying, unpleasant, or unhygienic. Let’s explore some of the common [...]read moreHow to Get Your Cat to Use the Litter Box – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Caring for a Senior Dog, Tips & Tools

If you couldn’t tell already by Bean’s frosted eyebrows, she’s officially considered a senior (commence high volumes of sobbing, now). I don’t know how nine and a half years happened so quickly, but we have somehow made our way to this landmark. Just because she’s technically a senior, doesn’t mean her spark has waned and [...]read moreCaring for a Senior Dog, Tips & Tools

How to Train a Stubborn Dog – 2 Paws Up Inc.

For a variety of reasons, training dogs can be challenging. While some dogs could be very spirited or stubborn, others might have undergone trauma or exhibit fear-based aggressiveness. Whatever the cause, training a challenging dog demands persistence, positivity, and patience. Here’s some advice on how to train a challenging dog:   Increase Respect and Trust [...]read moreHow to Train a Stubborn Dog – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Five Essential Tomlyn Products to Improve Dog Health

It’s mid-march, and dreams of corned beef and cabbage are floating in people’s heads in advance of St. Patrick’s Day. No one in our household has an ounce of Irish heritage, but we do like drinking beer, so we’ll celebrate the holiday by enjoying a brew or two. While we may not be Irish, we [...]read moreFive Essential Tomlyn Products to Improve Dog Health

Why Does My Dog Want to Lick Everything All the Time? – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Is licking now your dog’s preferred pastime? There are numerous reasons why dogs like to lick you or other objects in their environment. While some dogs lick objects out of boredom, licking may also be obsessive in some dogs and give off a peaceful and pleasant sensation. Licking that is self-stimulatory may also be an [...]read moreWhy Does My Dog Want to Lick Everything All the Time? – 2 Paws Up Inc.

We Found the Best Dog Bed!

Up until a couple months ago, both Bean and Yoda would huddle on a tiny round dog bed in front of the heating vent. While the bed was purchased for Bean when Yoda wasn’t a part of our family yet and fit her perfectly, it was still a “meh” dog bed in relation to quality [...]read moreWe Found the Best Dog Bed!

5 Senior Dog Diseases – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Particularly when you are a dog, life goes by swiftly. In what seems like the blink of an eye, the playful puppy you brought home from the humane society a few short years ago develops into a calm senior. Fortunately, as veterinary science has advanced, so too has our capacity to recognize and treat some [...]read more5 Senior Dog Diseases – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Everything you should know about heartworm

It happened this weekend. While we were packing the car after spending time visiting family, we allowed a “guest” to join us in the car ride home. At first, we noticed the tell-tale buzzing, zipping near our ears, but too quick for us to catch. Then, I saw it fluttering near the windshield, too far [...]read moreEverything you should know about heartworm

Tips to Eliminate Your Dog’s Barking and Lunging While on Walks – 2 Paws Up Inc.

Do you ever find yourself dreading walks with your furry companion because of their incessant barking and lunging at every passing sight? If so, you’re not alone. Many dog owners struggle with this behavior, which can not only be embarrassing but also potentially dangerous if not addressed. The good news is that with patience, consistency, [...]read moreTips to Eliminate Your Dog’s Barking and Lunging While on Walks – 2 Paws Up Inc.