One of the joys of being “The Pet Guy” is talking with many people about what their pets bring to their lives. The bond between people and animals is incredible. It’s similar to the bond between family members — sometimes even greater.  The other side of being “The Pet Guy” […]

Thinking of taking your pet on vacation this year? The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) has some tips on how to make your trip as safe and smooth as possible for you and your pet.

Considering adding a new canine to your family?  The following checklist will help you ease into your new relationship with as little stress as possible.

The start of the new year is also the time in which Pet Groups United celebrates the many incredible men, women and animals that have improved the lives of pets in our community.  The FurBall will be held on February 20, 2010 at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Louisville.

From the smell of cotton candy to the screams on the midway, every sense is alive and kicking when you visit the Kentucky State Fair.For animal lovers it is a virtual mall of furry, feathered and finned creatures.

I was recently asked a behavioral question that I thought may help some of you who have experienced problems getting your dogs house trained.Before I get to the question, let me give you a starting place. The first step in correction is to have your pet checked out by a veterinarian.

The sights and sounds of the 4th of July are sure to bring patriotic feelings to most Americans. With such a festive, party atmosphere, many people feel the need to include their pets. This is one holiday where I could not disagree more.

In the hustle and bustle of the summer months, it is easy to overlook pets. Summer, perhaps more than any other season, poses great risks to outdoor animals. Let’s take a look into summertime hazards that affect pets and steps you can take to avoid them.

Here comes 2009!   Have you made any New Year’s resolutions yet?  One of mine is to get my columns posted in a more timely way! Besides that, I plan to do a couple of things proactively for my pets, and I hope you will remember your pets when mapping out your new […]

Young children and pets don’t always mix, so you should think ahead when getting a pet. If you are pregnant or have been trying to get pregnant, you may want to wait until your child is over the age of 3 before adding the responsibility of a dog.