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Trainers say, "Do This." Dogs say, "PLEASE DON'T!"
Dog trainers, vets and well-meaning friends often get this wrong. They might tell you if you don't "catch your dog in the act, you can't...

Kate Solisti
May 23, 20243 min read
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Keeping Cats (& Birds) Safe
There are some wonderful ways to keep your cats safe in the yard AND keep their bird predation way down. I wish just talking to your cat...

Kate Solisti
May 21, 20242 min read
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Don't Let Dogs/Cats Eat These Plants
It's planting time. Do you know that many popular outdoor plants are toxic to your dogs and cats? I'm afraid some may be common favorites...

Kate Solisti
May 14, 20242 min read
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Your Dog/Cat May Be Obese!
Uh oh. Did you know that 61% of cats and as many as ONE in THREE canine veterianry patients are disgnosed as Obese? Obesity among our...

Kate Solisti
Apr 24, 20242 min read
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Poison from the Golf Course?
Help! my beautiful dog has been in the emergency room all night and she's not improving...

Kate Solisti
Apr 16, 20242 min read
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Who's Keeping you up at Night?
"Help! Charlie wakes us up a couple times a night. I don't know what he wants and it's making us miserable!" Do you have a cat or dog who...

Kate Solisti
Mar 26, 20242 min read
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Flea & Tick Prevention: Start Now with These Safe Choices
It's that time of year again. Flea, tick and mosquito season is right around the corner. It's critical that you become informed about the...

Kate Solisti
Mar 12, 20243 min read
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When is Eating Grass NOT Okay?
"My dog is eating grass a lot these days. Sometimes she throws up, other times not. What's this about?" It's pretty common for dogs and...

Kate Solisti
Feb 29, 20242 min read
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Help for Your Ageing Cat/Dog
"She's just not acting like herself. She's not jumping up as much and is sleeping more. Is something wrong or is it just old age?" I get...

Kate Solisti
Feb 20, 20242 min read
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The Best Valentine for Your Animals?
What would you say is the best Valentine you can give your beloved furry? Special treats? A new red sweater? Heart-shaped toy? I may be...

Kate Solisti
Feb 13, 20242 min read
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Your Cat's & Dog's Teeth Need This
How do you feel about putting your fingers in a cat's mouth? I've always said that I'll happily put my hands in a horse's mouth or a...

Kate Solisti
Feb 6, 20244 min read
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Who is Your Animal Mentor?
What would it mean to you to be mentored by animals? What if you could have animals mentor and coach you in how to to learn how to...

Kate Solisti
Jan 31, 20242 min read
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Is Your Animal Trying to Save Your Life?
Sweet Puddy Perry was in trouble. Here's what her person, Tara, wrote to me, "What can be more painful than experiencing a loved one...

Kate Solisti
Jan 23, 20242 min read
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Did You Know Your Cat Can...
See Differently Most people are aware of a cat's keen eyesight. Our pupils can expand 15 times in low light, cats' can expand 300 times!...

Kate Solisti
Jan 16, 20242 min read
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Can Your Dog Smell This?
What is your dog's most valued sense? Hearing? seeing? Nope, smelling. Dogs have told me more times than I can count, that they can lose...

Kate Solisti
Jan 10, 20242 min read
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My 10 Holiday Safety Tips & More
The holidays are fun and exciting for human children of all ages. But what about your animals? Puppies, kittens, dogs, and cats LOVE...

Kate Solisti
Dec 13, 20231 min read
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Why So Many Deaths in December?
In my over 30 years working with animals, I have seen an increase in departures in December. Why? I asked the Animal Council and here is...

Kate Solisti
Dec 6, 20233 min read
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What's the Best Gift for Your Furries?
Plastics, plastics everywhere along with cheap, dyed "chews" and toys from China... NOT for your beloved furries, right? But where can...

Kate Solisti
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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How You Can Do This at Thanksgiving
What if this Thanksgiving we express appreciation along with gratitude? Marie Forleo shared a wonderful idea on Marie TV. She suggested...

Kate Solisti
Nov 21, 20232 min read
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How to "Winterize" Your Furry Family
Winter is coming or at least winter weather. Have you "winterized" your cat dog and horse? It's important to think about how to keep them...

Kate Solisti
Nov 13, 20233 min read
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