The Law Few Dog Owners Know About

In 2007, the Governor signed an important bill into law prohibiting dogs from being tethered to a stationary object for more than three hours in a 24 hour period. READ MORE

Article by Valerie Masi, Best Paw Forward

4 Tips For Successful Outings

A successful outing with your dog is one that’s safe and enjoyable for both of you. As natural and easy as that sounds, it often doesn’t happen ...

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Article by Lori Carmen, Dream Dogs

Elbow Hygromas of Dogs

A hygroma is a condition with simple origins that can lead to complicated problems.  Fortunately, with a little understanding, you can learn to recognize the early signs ... READ MORE

Article by Dr. Reed, VCA, Rancho Mirage

National Cat Adoption Month

National Adopt A Cat month coincides with the overabundance of new cats born each spring during “kitten season.” Local shelters have many new kittens, in addition to all of the other cats from juveniles to seniors.

Provided by Rebecca Diaz, DVM, owner of The Cat Clinic, Cathedral City

The Lowdown on Cat Bites

Cats evolved as solitary, territorial animals, so it’s natural for them to feel the need to defend themselves and their homes against other cats. READ MORE

By Meredith Kennedy DVM, VCA Valley Animal Medical Center & Emergency Hospital

 

 

Photo © DogLeggs LLC

Arthritis in Dogs & Cats

Arthritis is one of the most common conditions veterinarians see in dogs, and it’s being increasingly appreciated in cats as they age. It means, literally “inflammation of skeletal joints.”

By Lillian Roberts, DVM, Country Club Animal Clinic, Palm Desert

Hot Weather Pet Safety Tips

Pets, like people,  can suffer from heat exhaustion or heat stroke, dehydration, sunburn and can also drown. Here are a few tips to help keep your pets safe, healthy and comfortable.

By Village Park Animal Hospital, La Quinta

Old Age Is Not a Disease

There is a saying in veterinary medicine ‘old age is not a disease’. There are many healthy geriatric pets that have a good quality of life. In order to maintain that good quality of life, some require medical or surgical assistance for conditions that are associated with the aging process.

By Dr. Gail Cutler, DVM, CVA VCA Desert Animal Hospital

 

A Therapy Dog’s Tail!

Chou Chou is my very special “Animal Assisted Therapy Dog.” She has worked by my side for over two years now, and has produced many smiles and healing moments. We volunteer with the Animal Samaritans S.P.C.A. Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) Program. Article on page 27.

By Linda Hogg, Animal Assisted Therapy Volunteer

 

Local Events

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Friday, June 21st, 11 am to 1 pm

Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa: Dog Days of Summer

FREE EVENT

71333 Dinah Shore Drive • Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Phone: 760-328-5955

The event includes:

- Doggie Pool Time with a blow-up pool just for dogs

- Westin Heavenly Beds® for dogs to relax

- Doggie Beer (just for pets)

- Doggie Cookies homemade from Executive Chef Joel Delmond

- Refreshments for all guests in The Westin Kids Club Discovery Room

- Palm Springs Animal Shelter will be bringing three dogs ready for forever homes

 

 

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Sunday, July 14th

Pets on Parade Luncheon

$50 per person.

Reservations required, 760-770-0424 or 760-322-3465

Doral Desert Princess Resort, Cathedral City

 

Thursday, July 25th (Yappy Hour 4-7)

Shop Til You Drop & Yappy Hour!

Talbots, 73575 El Paseo c1302, Palm Desert

Yappy Hour at Talbots – hors d’oeuvres provided by Sullivan’s, beverages provided by Talbots & Teavana, 4-7 pm, (Human) Fashion Show at 6:00 pm. 25% of all purchases will be donated to Loving All Animals – plus buyers will be able to take advantage of great sale prices

 

Saturday, November 9th, 8 am - 2 pm

13th Annual Walk for the Animals & Pet Expo

Place: Pavilion Event Room at Sunrise Park, 401 S. Pavilion Way, Palm Springs

Cost: Free to the public. Cost for food, vendors, raffle tickets

Theme: Patriotic Pets *We hope to have a four-legged war hero and his human in attendance!

About: Enjoy pet vendors, food vendors, a lunchtime beer garden, animal blessing, dog walk to raise money, raffle prizes, Frisbee dogs, K-9 dog show, Petting Zoo, Pet Costume Contest, Parade of Adoptable Dogs, on-site pet vaccinations and microchipping! View the top entries of our Student “Be Kind to Animals” Art & Poetry Contest and find out who wins!