Slowed throughout the pandemic, but not forgotten, the goal at Red Rose Inspiration for Animals continues to remain top of mind for the founder. Since 2009, Tina Allegrezza has been working to help animals through emotional or physical issues, plus paying for medical and dental care through her non-profit organization. Her ultimate objective has been to create a spay and neuter clinic and rehabilitation center and animal sanctuary in Sedona, while being able to help pet owners in the community … [Read more...] about Support Limited for Suffering Cats and Dogs
Dogs
Protecting Dogs from Dry Winter Skin
Dry skin in pets is especially common in winter months. When the humidity levels outside are low and the weather is cold and dry, the moisture in the skin evaporates more quickly. You may find your pet’s coat will feel dry and its skin may feel tight and even flaky. In fact, their skin can lose 25% of its ability to hold moisture in the winter. Windy weather can also beat down on your pet’s skin and cause chapping. Many pet parents will choose to bring pets indoors in the colder months to … [Read more...] about Protecting Dogs from Dry Winter Skin
Providing Dental Care for Dogs and Cats
Oral hygiene is just as important for pets as it is for people. In fact, 50% of dogs and cats older than three years have gum (periodontal) disease, making it the most common disease suffered by small pets. Periodontal disease develops when plaque builds up on teeth and hardens into tartar. This creates pockets of space between the teeth and gums where bacteria thrive. These bacteria not only cause problems like painful tooth decay inside the mouth, but can also enter the bloodstream and … [Read more...] about Providing Dental Care for Dogs and Cats
Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Wouldn’t it be great to not be judged about your job, your home, your car, your looks? Wouldn’t it be great to be greeted at the door with loads of love when you come home? Wouldn’t it be great to have a walking buddy every day or someone to snuggle with on the couch every night? Yes, it would! All of these things and more are possible by adopting a dog! Your dog doesn’t care what you do for a living or what you drive. Your dog doesn’t care if you put makeup on or brush your hair. Your dog … [Read more...] about Acknowledging Unconditional Love
Pet Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
To keep your pets safe through Christmas celebrations, check out these tips and have a happy holiday season for you and your pets! Oh, Christmas Tree: Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn’t tip and fall, causing possible injury to your pet. Tree lights: The skinny cords on Christmas tree lights are not well insulated and are easy for a puppy to chew into. Electrocution can result, so safety is paramount. Avoid Mistletoe and Holly: Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to … [Read more...] about Pet Safety Tips for the Holiday Season
Houseplants Safe for Dogs and Cats
We dog and cat lovers know that some houseplants should not be in our homes. The furry friends in our lives are worth more in the hours of unconditional love they shower on us than those few houseplants we must sacrifice on their behalf. Cats and puppies instinctively like to nibble on greens, so we need to choose houseplants and create plant environments with our pets’ well being in mind. Provide safe edibles. One of the best strategies to divert pets from our houseplants is to provide them … [Read more...] about Houseplants Safe for Dogs and Cats