With over 15 million registered hunters in the United States alone, hunting is one of the most popular recreational activities in the world. Hunting seasons in the United States don’t happen all at once, but they all run sometime from early fall through early spring. Each state and country has specific hunting regulations, so it’s best to do a quick search for dates to know when hunting will begin and end in your area.

While the sport can be rewarding for many, it means adding an extra layer of precaution for those who enjoy the woods year-round. Here’s how you can keep your pup safe when spending time in the woods during hunting season.

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Ticks can be an unavoidable part of the late summer and fall months for many dogs and their owners. The staff at DogWatch Hidden Fences has a lot of experience with ticks, both from our customers and our own dogs. Here is how you can safely identify and remove them, avoid them in the future, and keep you and your pup safe. Read post »

Whether you have an outdoor or indoor cat, you want them to be happy when they’re home; this becomes more important during the colder months of the year when they need to be inside. There is no scientific evidence that points to cats being happier outdoors, so you should be able to provide everything your feline family member needs to remain not only content but happy while in your home!

Here are 5 ways to keep your cat happy while they’re indoors!

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Our four-legged family members can communicate a lot to us. It’s easy to tell when your dog is hungry, needs to go outside, is in the mood to play, or wants a nice belly rub. It’s not so easy to tell what’s wrong when your pup isn’t acting like themselves.

It can be unsettling when your dog is experiencing a medical emergency, but, if you know the signs, symptoms and have a plan in place to provide timely care, most major issues can be avoided or dealt with before complications arise.

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