Posts by Portland Pet Stores
A Guide to Camping with Dogs in Oregon: 5 Camp Sites to Explore
It’s so fun to have your dog join a camping trip. But it would help if you consider where you’re going and the park’s rules. Call ahead with questions and ask about reservations. Finally, it’s always important to start organizing your trip early. If you’ve never gone camping with dogs before, you may consider camping…
Read MoreAvian Influenza: How can you best defend your flock?
You’ve heard of avian influenza and its impact on chicken keepers. Over 36 million birds have been affected. There is now one case in both Oregon and Washington. Most of the west coast has very few cases of avian influenza recorded, but there are many avian influenza cases in commercial and backyard flocks elsewhere. Wild…
Read MoreWhat are pollinators?
Bees are not our only pollinators in the Pacific Northwest. According to the National Park service: “A pollinator is anything that helps carry pollen from the male part of the flower (stamen) to the female part of the same or another flower (stigma). The movement of pollen must occur for the plant to become fertilized…
Read MoreMeal Toppers for Dogs – Try Fruit
Diversify your dog’s bowl with low-sugar fruit toppers Don’t overthink it; adding any level of freshness to your dog’s meals will help them live longer and stay healthier. A recent resource for pet owners called “The Forever Dog” written by experts Dr. Karen Becker and Rodney Habib discusses longevity toppers for dogs. If you don’t…
Read MoreCat Dental Care
Look at these dental care tips for cats Dental disease in cats can impact their health and quality of life. Results of poor cat dental care can include bad breath, abscesses, lost teeth, and even infections of the internal organs. Products that help prevent dental disease. The first step is finding products that work for…
Read MoreWinter gardening tips
Design your garden, winter-pruning, feeding birds, and cleaning tools are all winter gardening activities you can enjoy One of the best projects is designing and planning your garden during the winter months while you dream of planting veggies. It’s also a great time to clean garden tools, properly care for trees, prune and monitor the…
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