How many times do you think you’d like to live your dog’s life? No stress, no worries. The reality is that pets do have anxiety. The good news is that there are a limited number of causes for the anxiety… Read More »
The First Signs Of Spring Bring Warnings for Your Beloved Pets
Have you noticed? The sun rises a little earlier and sets a little later each day. There is a longer period of warmth and light each day. And the buds are beginning to break on a few more trees each… Read More »
Many Ways to Give Locally
At Westside, we are all about Santa Cruz and the animals and people who live here. And there are many ways to give to the pets in need right in our own back yard. We have talked about ways to… Read More »
Foster a Pet for Member of the Military
Serving away from home is a fact of life for members of the U.S. Military. Whether in combat or serving a tour that is away from home in the United States or abroad. In nearly all cases, they can’t take… Read More »
Give A Pet a Place to Crash Until They Find Their Forever Home
So you probably get it by now that there are a lot of great dogs and cats out there in their, shall we say, “Life Gap”? Due to owners leaving the area, hitting on economic hard times and endless tough… Read More »
Protecting Your Pet From Summer Sunburn and Other Elements
There is much said out there about protecting your dog and cat from heat exposure and dehydration but you also need to be aware of the affects of the sun and other elements of summer. Doesn’t it seem like cutting… Read More »
Donate Your Time and Energy at the Animal Shelter
Do you love animals but your situation right now doesn’t make pet ownership a choice? Are you a student 13 or older in need of service hours and love animals? Would you like to make a difference in the lives… Read More »
Use Your Social Media Influence to Save Animals
As we have talked about before, when the economy is bad for us, it is far worse for the beloved pets of many. When people are losing their homes, their pets are probably losing their lives. It seems hopeless sometimes…. Read More »
Pet Food Safety
It does not seem there is a great choice when it comes to feeding our pets these days. While it is always best to stay with premium products, even brands such as Iams and Science Diet have been found to… Read More »
New Years Resolutions for You and Your Pet!
It’s that time of year again. Everyone is talking about their New Years resolutions. And pet owners are no different. What are some things that you wish your pet would do? What are some things that you could do to… Read More »