Is My Cat Happy? Happy cat body language A slow-moving, lightly-swishing tail or an upright tail. Upright ears. Slow blinks and winks. Softly pawing for attention. Pushing their head or face into your hand. Rubbing against you. Relaxed body posture, loafing, or...
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Senior Pet Care: Happy Dogs?
How do I know if my senior dog is happy? Scientists have studied the ways our dogs communicate love to us, and some may surprise you. They love the sound of your voice. ... They nudge you with their nose. ... They make direct eye contact. ... They jump on you. ......
Senior Pet Care: Raised dog bowls
Raised dog bowls You’ve probably seen those elevated stands that hold your pet’s bowls closer to their mouths. Some dogs have arthritis in the neck or shoulder joints and it’s hard to raise and lower their heads to reach the dishes, so when you raise them you remove...
Senior Pet Care: Supportive living environment for senior dogs with arthritis.
Tips for creating a comfortable and supportive living environment for senior dogs with arthritis. Is your senior dog struggling with arthritis? Here are some tips to create a comfortable and supportive living environment for them: 1. Invest in an orthopedic bed 2. Use...
Senior Pet Care: Arthritis In Older Dogs: Everything You Need to Know
Arthritis In Older Dogs: Everything You Need to Know The main symptoms of the onset of canine osteoarthritis are fairly generalized: Overall stiffness Difficulty getting up in the morning (or after a nap) Overall ‘slowing down’, less interest in walks/games Reluctance...
How Can You Help – Wish Lists
Wondering how you can help House with a Heart and your local shelter and animal rescue groups? Here's one idea! Make wishes come true! House with a Heart and other animal rescue organizations are always in need of dog and cat food, toys, cleaning supplies, and other...
How Can You Help – Planned Giving
There are so many ways you can help House with a Heart as well as your local animal rescue groups -- and we're sharing ideas this month! We thank you for your support of senior pet adoption and care and hope you'll share these ideas with friends and family! Planned...
How Can You Help – Fundraising!
This month we're sharing ideas for how you can help House with a Heart and your local animal rescue organizations. Today we focus on fundraising! Share your love for animals by setting up a fundraiser and get others involved along the way! For example, ask friends and...
How Can You Help – FOSPICE
We’re often asked about the best ways to support the Sanctuary as well as local animal shelters and rescue groups. So this week we're sharing ideas for how you can help! Here's one idea and we hope you help spread the word about senior pet adoption! Become a FOSPICE...
How Can You Help HWAH? – Social Media
We're so grateful for our loyal followers on social media, because you help us spread the word about senior pet rescue and adoption! So when we're asked "how can I help HWAH and my local animal rescue organization," here's one idea we always share: Use your online...