Struggling with your dog’s barking, lunging, or growling? Learn why focusing too much on the “why” behind reactivity can keep you stuck—and what to do instead.

“I’m tired of unraveling my fetch fanatic, bossy, controlling, resource-guarding Aussie Shepherd. It’s exhausting.”

That makes so much sense—and if you’re feeling this too, you’re far from alone. This messy, high-intensity dynamic is incredibly common in herding breeds (like Aussies, Border Collies, Heelers), but it also shows up in many other driven dogs, regardless of breed.

Your cat just vomited again—should you be worried?

As a full-time pet sitter for over a decade and a former vet tech, I can’t count how many times I’ve heard cat parents say, “Oh, it’s normal—my cat throws up all the time.” But here’s the truth: regular vomiting is not normal.

Think about it—it's not normal for us to vomit frequently, and it’s not normal for your cat either.

I don’t know about you, but I am READY for summer! I’m excited to spend more time outside in nature with my dogs now that winter is over. We tend to go for more walks, hikes, trips to the lake, and we’re excited to get back to doing some camping this year!

As pet care professionals, we want to help you understand your dog’s natural instincts—especially when it comes to behaviors that might seem unpredictable. One key concept in dog behavior is the predatory sequence, which is hardwired into their instincts. Even though our pets are domesticated, these behaviors can still surface in different ways.

Every year after Easter, rabbit rescues and shelters see a surge in surrendered rabbits and other small mammals. Research shows that 80% of bunnies bought as Easter presents die or are abandoned within a year. Many are even inhumanely released into the wild, where domesticated rabbits struggle to survive.

The past five months have been a whirlwind—navigating uncharted territory, building community, fostering resilience, and leaning on flexibility, understanding, and teamwork. Through it all, we’ve been incredibly grateful for our wonderful pet parent community, whose support has meant the world to us.