Petmate Academy
Because we know pet-parenting is no walk in the park, Petmate strives to provide solutions for all pet owners, from the pet-parent novice to the seasoned veteran. With our 50 years worth of pet expertise, we take pride in being your go-to for providing the knowledge to keep your furry (and feathered) friends happy and healthy. Check out these articles for tips and tricks to make loving and caring for your pet a little easier.
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Dangers of Your Dog Inhaling Their Food & How To Stop It
Fast food marketing is very influential in our daily lives and can cause us to struggle with eating healthy amounts. Believe it or not, our pets can have the same problem too. Read Article -
4 Popular Dog Sleep Positions & The Best Beds To Support Them
Have you ever noticed that your dog sleeps in the same position at night? Your dog may curl up into a donut or sprawl out on their tummy like Superman. There?s many reasons for this but the main reasons depend on your dogs surroundings, personality, and breed. Read Article -
Social Distancing With Dogs: How To Make Fetch Happen Indoors
Staying inside at all times to stay safe and healthy can make a person feel cooped up and stir crazy. Can you imagine how your dog feels? Read Article -
How To Make Homemade Dog Treats
As we continue to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, a lot of people are having to pay close attention to how they are spending with money. That means certain items will get cut off the grocery list. Read Article -
Why Do Dogs Pant So Much?
Dogs are active creatures and being active with your dog is part of being a responsible pet parent. Creating memories with long games of fetch, building bonds with tough games of tug-o-war, and taking walks with your dog are all fun Read Article -
Traveling Cross-Country With a Dog
As summertime approaches and we start planning our trips and vacations for 2020, a lot of people are going to be traveling by car vs. traveling by plane this year due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Instead of hitting up the resorts this year, some may choose to take the less-populated route and take a cross-country trip in their car. Read Article -
Social Distancing With Dogs: The Handbook
Social distancing has changed the way each and every one of us live our lives. Most of us are home more, unable to go to the places we wish to go, do the things we wish to do or to see the people we want to see. Read Article -
How To Safely Introduce Your Dog To A Leopard Gecko
Dogs and leopard geckos may not be the first two species that come to mind when you think of animal best friends, but this unusual pair can be great companions. Read Article -
Choosing the Right Dog Brush
Though we all know the basics for taking care of our dogs (walking, feeding, etc.), grooming may be one of the most crucial aspects of the entire process. Read Article -
National Fetch Day: The Best Dog Party of the Year!
Calling all fetch fanatics and fetch lovers!! Did you know that there is a National Holiday for Fetch?! That's right! Created in 2018 by the #1 active dog toy brand Chuckit!, National Fetch Day falls on the 3rd Saturday in October every year. Read Article -
How To Deskunk Your Dog
We've all smelt it while driving down the road. You may have even encountered one yourself! The misunderstood skunk. Accidently coming across and scaring a skunk can cause you or your dog to get sprayed. But that's not even the worst part. Read Article -
I'm Allergic To My Pet - Now What?
Arguably one of the saddest situations an animal lover can ever find themselves in is having allergic reactions to pets. Paint this mental picture. Growing up, you've always loved dogs or cats. There's just something about your furry friends that you just absolutely adore. Read Article -
10 Basic Commands To Teach Your Dog
For first-time dog owners and veteran dog parents alike, understanding how and when to train your canine companion can be confusing! Whether you have got a brand-new puppy or you've adopted an adult hound, we've consulted the training experts Read Article -
Pros and Cons of Grain-Free Dog Food
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced in July 2018 that it had begun investigating reports of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs eating certain pet foods, with a majority of these foods being labeled "grain-free.? Read Article -
Tips to Introducing Dogs To Babies
Many couples start their families by adopting a pet. One of the most popular reasons for this is that getting and raising a pet together is a way to deepen their commitment to each other as a couple. Raising a pet (or more) also adds an extra layer of responsibility that might serve as good ?practice? before having children. Read Article -
Tips for Senior Dogs with Arthritis
As our four-legged friends age, you may begin to notice subtle changes in their movement. This may include struggling to go up and down the stairs, or the seemingly slow rise coming out of a comfortable position Read Article -
Benefits of Vehicle Pet Barriers
For many, no family trip or recreational outing is complete without your favorite four-legged friend along for the journey. However, traveling with your dog can become quite a chore if you don?t have the right equipment. Without careful preparation, your family could be in for a stressful, poorly equipped, and distracting day or trip. If you?re taking a road trip, prepare Read Article -
A Beginner's Guide to Dog Heartworm Protection
As a pet parent, heartworm protection should always be one of your main concerns. But just like many other concerns when it comes to your pup's health, knowing the facts is always the best preventative measure. Read Article
