Irvine mom and artist writes children’s book to help spread compassion and understanding of dogs. When Desiree Udell-Nguyen was 10, she didn’t like school much. “I was bullied and felt terrible when I was at school,” says Udell-Nguyen, of Irvine. “What got me through the day was knowing my dog, Ben, was waiting for me.” […]
Pet Therapy Goes Virtual
Even pet therapy groups are changing the way they do things in the COVID-19 world. We are all adapting to our new world of sheltering-in-place and social distancing in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. That includes therapy dog teams like those with Orange County Animal Allies, formerly known as Orange County SPCA. […]
Sheltering with Pets
Staying home can provide some new avenues to bond and play with pets. We’re all home. Stress is high and a version of cabin fever may have started to set in. Our pets may be getting a little antsy too. But just because we’re at home doesn’t mean we can’t have fun and de-stress — […]
Can Pets Get COVID-19?
The pandemic is causing anxiety about the safety of all members of the family. There is a lot of anxiety about Coronavirus Disease 2019, aka COVID-19. For pet owners, that anxiety has undoubtedly extended to the safety of their companion animals. Can pets get sick from coronavirus? Though more information and research is still necessary […]
Pet Friendly OC Locations
It isn’t difficult to find fun places to spend quality time with your pets in Orange County. Spending time with pets is always a treat for everyone in the family. Who doesn’t get a little sad when you can’t take the pets somewhere? Lucky for us in Orange County, there are actually plenty of places […]
The Benefits of Classroom Pets
How children can benefit from pets in the classroom. Pets and kids seem like a natural match. Not always, but many times they are quite fond of each other. And there’s something to it. Research has been supporting the idea that animals can benefit children — even in the classroom. “Many studies have shown and […]
Keeping Your Pets Safe This Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for family, giving and celebration. It can be a happy time for all members of the family — including pets. But there are also a host of new people, decorations and food in your pet’s environment that can put him at risk. “While the holidays are a time of celebration, […]
Healthy Food for Healthy Pets
While most brands are labeled healthy, experts disagree. You want your pet to have a long, healthy life, and you do your best to accomplish this. So maybe you have a checklist: Daily walks? Check. Regular grooming and dental cleanings? Check. Annual physicals? Check. Quality pet food? Check? As with humans, good nutrition is a […]
Picking a Trainer for Your Pets
Learn what to look for in training for your pet. Winston loves running off with fuzzy slippers. Bailey enjoys digging holes in the backyard. Fluffy enjoys getting into the garbage can when left unattended. Sometimes our pets develop some habits we’d like them to break out of … but we don’t always know how to […]
Tips for Trips with Pets
Some pets make great travel companions. Here are some things to know about traveling with pets. Most pet parents are quite familiar with that sad, puppy-dog look whenever they leave home and wave to their four-legged child as they head off to work. We love our pets and want to bring them with us to […]