Bringing home a new kitten can be extremely exciting, until you return home from work and see that he has destroyed the toilet paper in the bathroom. Here are some tips on how to keep your kitten entertained while you’re away at work.

Make sure your kitty has things to climb. Cat trees work well for this purpose. They also double as a scratching post, so you’re less likely to return home to discover that your furniture has been destroyed. You can also place cat trees by the window so your little kitty can watch the wildlife outside.

Provide your feline friend with plenty of toys to keep him occupied. Consider hanging wand toys from the wall for extra playtime fun. You can even purchase motorized toys at the pet store.

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Taking your dog to the dog park can have many benefits. Just make sure that you understand basic dog park etiquette.

First, train your dog in all the basic commands. Your dog should be able to sit, stay, and come on your command. There’s nothing worse than an unruly dog at the dog park.

Even though dogs are allowed to wander around in the dog park off of a leash, you should always have your leash handy. That way, if something happens, you can quickly clip your dog back onto the leash for full control.

Picking up after your dog is also important. If your dog does his business, pick it up and throw it away inside a doggy bag. You should also pick up after yourself as well. Make sure all of your trash ends up in the garbage can.

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Whether you’ve fed your cat from the table in the past or he’s simply gotten a taste for human food, he may start begging for it. Here are some tips on how to get your cat to stop begging for food.

First, stop feeding your cat human food directly from the table. Instead, place special human food treats in your cat’s food bowl.

It’s also extremely helpful if you feed your cat before you sit down to dinner. If your cat is full, he is less likely to beg for food while you sit at the table.

Make sure that your cat understands that the dining table is off limits. If your cat jumps on the table, remove him and firmly tell him “no.”

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Summer weather is great for taking hiking excursions with your pooch. These are wonderful bonding moments as you enjoy the great outdoors. Here are some things you should prepare ahead of time to avoid hassles and last-minute problems as you embark on your adventure:

Portable Water Bottle for Dogs

Get one that can fit anywhere such as in backpack sleeves, bike bottle holders, etc. Make sure it’s made of food grade stainless steel and a silicone gasket to ensure that it is completely sealed.

Dog Vest

Look for a dog vest that comes with removable cooling packs to keep your pet’s temperature down while walking on a warm day. The vest can also be used to ease painful or sore joints.

First Aid Kit

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