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We know that cats are family, and around this time of year, it is customary for many people to get gifts for family members. The problem is that shopping for a cat in your family is harder than shopping for a family member you barely know. Part of the feline mystique is their seemingly apathetic nature, so finding something that your kitty will enjoy can be a challenge. Lucky for you, we have compiled a list of gifts for your cat that will be, well, the cat’s pajamas.   An Activity Tower You love cats like us, so chances are...

How to Approach a Service Dog Safely Here at Sparky Steps, we provide all kinds of caring pet services – and dog walking is one of our most popular options. We’re big advocates of approaching leashed canines in a careful, responsible way. In fact, you should check out a recent blog post we shared on the subject. So here’s a related “pup quiz”: What’s the best approach to use when you encounter a leashed service dog? You’re probably familiar with the guide dogs often used by visually impaired individuals. But increasingly, folks with other physical challenges rely on specially trained...

Is Your Dog a Candidate for Chiropractic Care? Lower back tightness? Neck stiffness? Back pain? You might seek the attention of a chiropractor if you're suffering any of these symptoms. But what about ol' Duke (or Daisy)? You might notice that your fur baby, so often filled with seemingly endless energy and agility, has recently begun to get up more slowly, be reluctant to go for walks or has a change in gait. If your dog is having any of these issues, can such a holistic approach work for man's best friend as well as it might work for man...

What You Should Know About Pet Insurance for Dogs Pets are an important part of our lives. We plan our days around their needs, flood our social media with their photos, and love spending time with them. We want our dogs to be healthy and happy, which means vet bills are inevitable. From annual vaccinations to emergency trips, those costs can add up quickly. Annual vaccination packages can range from $100 to $200 per pet, according to The Nest. An emergency like eating chocolate can result in a bill ranging from $250 to $2,000, according to Preventive Vet. And, those...

10 Dog Instagrams To Help You Get You Through Your Day Nothing can brighten up a busy workday like seeing a video or photo of an adorable puppy. This is even more possible on Instagram and if you’re anything like me, you can easily find yourself in an Instagram hole, just looking at cute dogs for hours on end. Here are some of my favorite dog Instagram accounts that are sure to put a smile on your face:   @porkchop.thefluffycorgi Porkchop is my newest Instagram discovery and I am madly in love. Porkchop is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi and is...