Pet Tip Tuesday Archives - The Philly Files

August 25, 2020

Factor pets into fire safety planning

Pets are not just animals; they’re members of the family. While four-legged friends bring joy, it’s important to protect them in the event of…

August 18, 2020

3 tips to support your pet’s immune system

Up to 70% of a pet’s immune system is contained within his or her digestive system. “The digestive tract has immune cells that provide…

August 11, 2020

Fire safety for furry family members

If you have a fire escape plan in place for your home, you’re steps ahead of many Americans. According to the National Fire Protection…

August 4, 2020

4 things to consider before adopting a pet

Across the country, people are fostering and adopting furry friends more, with the number of animals in foster homes 43% higher than it was…

July 28, 2020

4 mood-boosting benefits of pet ownership

While there are many ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle, pet ownership offers a plethora of mental and physical health benefits and adds value…

July 21, 2020

4 ways to help transition pets to post-quarantine routines

As states ease COVID-19 restrictions and people get out of the house to return to work, pets around the country may see their daily…

July 14, 2020

4 tips for working from home with your pet

One of the perks of working from home is more time with your pets. While it can be exciting to have your furry friends…

June 16, 2020

Can your pet catch Coronavirus?

You have probably seen and heard a lot about coronavirus and how to keep you and your family safe. But what about the other,…

May 5, 2020

5 tips for bringing a new pet home

Bringing a pet home for the first time – even if you already have other pets – can be an exciting moment. However, it’s…

April 14, 2020

5 tips to reduce your pet’s environmental pawprint

There’s plenty of advice on ways to reduce your environmental footprint, but you might be left wondering about the environmental pawprint made by your…

April 7, 2020

4 tips to train your pet

Training a pet can be a rewarding process. It takes some time and patience, but it can also be a way to bond with…

February 25, 2020

Want to live longer? Get a dog!

Letting your health go to the dogs might turn out to be a great idea: New research bolsters the association between dog ownership and…

January 21, 2020

Welcome a 4-legged family member with care

Bringing home a new pet can be exciting and heartwarming. Before you get caught up in the excitement of adopting a pet, however, it’s…

January 14, 2020

Time to learn to make something easier: Training your cat!

5 tips from a professional tiger trainer. If the thought of training your pet cat seems like a difficult feat, consider the daunting task…

January 7, 2020

The ways pet adoption can be a win-win for all

Pet adoption improves – and sometimes saves – the lives of millions of furry friends each year. However, the benefits of adoption are not…

December 31, 2019

5 ways to help keep your dog happy and healthy

There are many emotional benefits to owning a dog, such as companionship and unconditional love, but a pet can also positively affect his or…

December 24, 2019

Emerging trends in pet-friendly cities

From housing and business policies, to overarching economic health, pets are making a profound impact on the lives of their owners and their communities….