Cassidy Sutton
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Cassidy is a vet tech and professional pet sitter turned pet writer whose passion is all things animals, both domestic and wild. She’s had a multitude of pets over the years and loves writing about the animal-human bond. She and her husband now live in Wichita with a German Shepherd named Raven, two cats, Lucy & Strudel, and a few backyard chicks.Archive
Interested in owning a Wheaten Terrier? Wheatens are excellent family dogs and watchdogs, and they do fairly well around other pets and children. Since they have long, golden strands of fur, you might think of Wheaten Terrier’s shedding everywhere. Wheaten...
Baby powder is a staple in many people’s houses, regardless of if they have children. The interesting thing about baby products? Several of them are pet-friendly. Granted, not all are safe, but rest assured, baby powder is not one of...
What Is the EZ Lick Water Bottle? The Vapur EZ Lick water bottle is a one-handed hydration option for active dog owners. Instead of juggling multiple heavy water bottles, leashes, toys, and gadgets, the EZ Lick water bottle offers some...
Arthritis is a common condition in older dogs, and the first signs can be subtle. You may notice that your dog sometimes has trouble getting up off the sofa, or they may take the stairs a little slower than they...
Parasitic worms are disgusting, and no one wants ever to have to deal with them. But sadly, most dogs and cats have worms at a young age. And yes, they can pass the worms on to their humans. This is...
The Rottweiler and Mastiff look very different at first glance, but these breeds are distant relatives with an ancient Roman background. Rottweilers and Mastiffs are large breeds and, historically, have served and protected in many ways. But don’t be fooled...
The Tibetan Mastiff is one of the most ancient dog breeds in the world and one of the largest. A fully-grown Tibetan Mastiff will range between 70 to 150 pounds, and protective instincts are hot-wired into their DNA. These two...
Poinsettias are poisonous to dogs, cats, and horses, but don’t tear down your Christmas decorations just yet because they’re not as poisonous as you would think. The famous crimson-pointed flowers are only mildly toxic, meaning the signs related to poisoning...
The AKC recognized the full-sized Border Collie in 1995, but never the Miniature Border Collie. Why? For one reason only: the Mini Border Collie isn’t a breed at all. Rather, it’s a smaller version of the full-sized Border Collie. So,...
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by someone uncontrollably thinking about or doing something repeatedly, usually to an extreme level. A similar condition can occur in dogs of any breed. Canines with a compulsive disorder may repeatedly...
Is your dog staring at you, waiting for a delicious meatball to fall onto the floor just for them? Most canines are interested in their owner’s dinner preparations whenever meat is involved. Luckily, you can offer your dog meatballs as...
Just because you live in Kansas City doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a taste of the wild. Dispersed through the city are gorgeous trails that will make you feel like you’re deep in the woods. Here are our favorite spots...
Have you allowed your Pug to pack on the pounds? You’re not alone. Pugs are happy couch dwellers, so it’s no surprise that obesity is a very real possibility. Research from the Royal Veterinary College in the UK has indicated...
No, Pitbulls do not lock their jaws when they bite! It’s commonly believed that Pitbulls can lock their jaws when biting down on something. However, this is only a myth. Lockjaw is a rare condition caused by tetanus bacteria that...
The Vizsla is a red-coated gun dog that is active, intelligent and makes a great pet. As with most breeds, there are some conditions that they may be more prone to, and for Vizslas, this includes skin allergies. As frustrating...
