Category: Pets

Navigating the Pet-Friendly Skies

Mayra Nieves
Pet Friendly Skies

Your beloved pet may not qualify for frequent flyer miles, but it sure can earn its wings. Nowadays, it’s common to see an animal companion board a plane with its owner, but preparing your precious pet can be a trip in itself. First, learn about your carrier’s policies. Some offer low fees and flexible rules, while others are quite complex. A few airlines even have special programs designed to give travelers tips and tools for flying with pets. Policies do change, though, so it’s best to double-check before you book…

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Dog Grooming Advice to Keep Pets Clean and Healthy

Puerto Rico
Dog Grooming

(Family Features) Regular grooming can keep your dog looking and smelling his or her best, but it’s also important for maintaining health. If you choose to groom at home rather than opting for (often expensive) professional care, it’s also an opportunity to examine your pet for potential concerns. A proper grooming routine starts with the right tools. Consider these suggestions from The Humane Society of the United States: Dog-friendly nail clippers Rubber-bristled brush Dog-friendly toothbrush and toothpaste Dog-friendly shampoo and conditioner Cotton balls Blunt-ended shears or small clippers with guides…

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Teaching Kids And Pets To Co-Exist Peacefully

Puerto Rico
Children and Pets

Can Children and Pets Coexist? It is possible for children and pets to coexist in the same household, peacefully. Many people mistakenly think that as soon as they start having children that their pet needs to head to the local shelter. They fear that the cat or dog will not get along with the new child and it will result in biting or scratching. This is not always the case and if you take the time to introduce your pets to your children properly, your kids and pets can live…

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Satos – the Stray Dogs of Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico

It’s heartbreaking seeing stray dogs on the street. You want to take every dog home, but the expense is overwhelming. Vet bills and food can equal the care of a small child, it’s too much for one person to help all of the homeless animals. For a dog, free-ranging sounds great. They have unlimited territory to claim on the small U.S. island. Unfortunately, the dogs also suffer from the excess of freedom. Fleas, ticks, parasites, and other health conditions are prevalent. Lacking appropriate care, the lifespan of these street dogs…

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The Sato Project

Puerto Rico

The Sato Project is dedicated to rescuing abused and abandoned dogs in Puerto Rico Our Mission The Sato Project is dedicated to rescuing abused and abandoned dogs from Puerto Rico. There are currently an estimated 500,000 stray dogs roaming the island’s streets and beaches. With no access to food, fresh water, or veterinary care, many of these dogs are living daily lives of severe suffering. The municipal shelter system is drastically overwhelmed, with only five shelters across all 78 of the island’s municipalities. These shelters have a combined euthanasia rate…

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