We all love our pets. We are drawn to their cute faces; their human-like personalities and how they love us unconditionally. It is almost impossible to be angry or resentful towards them – even when they’ve destroyed our favorite pair of sneakers, or managed to raccoon through the trash.  When it comes to disciplining those bad behaviors, we’re often afraid of being too harsh towards our friends. Think your dog is ‘too old to learn new tricks’? Think again - Believe it or not, dogs do crave correction and a positive dominant force, as well as physical and mental stimulation attained through exercise, activity, and new challenges. Similarly, the key to effectively training your cat is an understanding of typical cat behavior, recognizing their communication cues, and engaging them through interactive play.

It’s never too late to start a training routine!  According to the Association of Pet Dog Trainers…

3 Days of Twinkle left, Oh My…

Chanukah is here! Christmas is only 3 days away! Boxing Day and Kwanzaa 4 days away! All the celebrating… all the lights… all the wrapping… are you ready?!?!?

We hope our 5^th annual 12 Days of Twinkle helped to get you ready and into the spirit of the season. And, if you’re still getting ready, we have a few days left of in-store sales and will be hosting one last round of Holiday Cheer on the 24^th in both Downtown Los Angeles and Long Beach. If you’re in the area, stop by with your pets and say hello!

-          Thursday, December 22^nd enjoy 15% off ALL holiday merchandise

-          Friday, December 23^rd enjoy 25% off ALL holiday merchandise

-          Saturday, December 24^th we’ll have holiday cheer & a few SURPRISES for last minute shoppers

Operation Santa Paws continues, support a pet in need by purchasing select items…

Wow, it’s the middle of December so you know what that means… home stretch of the holiday shopping season!!! Our  5^th Annual 12 Days of Twinkle is still going strong and features lots of festive cheer, greats deals on gifts for the pet/pet lover in your life, AND several social events such as our Mutt Mingle tonight in Long Beach (Lime Santa will be there!), as well as adoptions and more. 

And, speaking of Lime Santa, she will be making the rounds at the Century City Mall on Tuesday 12/20, 5pm-8pm. She’s there for a date with Pink Taco’s Bad Santa, but, she’ll also be making her way through the mall looking for those who’ve been naughty or nice – and will have treats for all. Hopefully you’ll see her!

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The holiday season brings such anticipation and childhood giddiness, it just can’t help but bring a smile to all…  shopping for loved ones, figuring out clever hiding spots, and everyone’s favorite… decorating the house with family while listening to Holiday music! The time leading up to the holidays has always been the most memorable and exciting times for me, and many here at Pussy & Pooch – we love all the festiveness, and of course, all of the twinkle... 

Did we say twinkle? You know what that means! Starting Monday, December 12^th, our 5^th annual 12 Days of Twinkle kicks off featuring 12 straight days of holiday promotions, limited-time sales and special events in-store including 15-50% off pet treats, toys, apparel, accessories, and…

The holiday season is in full swing here at Pussy & Pooch with our very own winter wonderland – have we got our festive on! We just love this time of year – twinkle lights, holiday decorations, lots of cheer, and of course, shopping for the perfect gifts for those special people and pets we love! Sure, the hustle and bustle of the season can get daunting, but, we aspire to keep it light and easy, making it fun for all. 

Looking for something pet-tastic and unique to show how much you care? Check out our 2011 Holiday Gift Guide featuring hand-selected gifts for every fuzzy friend on your…

With Thanksgiving only a week away, time with family, traveling and lots of food typically come to mind.  Every year as a kid, there was a contest to see which of my cousins could eat the most, and still have room for my aunt’s delicious sweet potato pie…  Stuffed to the brim, my cousins and I were at an age where our metabolism gave us the luxury of devouring plate after plate of scrumptious food,  then have the energy to go out and play, then eat some more. Thanksgiving being a food and family-focused holiday is a perfect time to reflect on your pet’s mealtime as well and how to keep them healthy.  The idea of eating too much or ‘reaching their limit’ may never cross our pet’s mind, so as pet guardians it’s important to choose their foods wisely, and set appropriate portion control. 

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It’s sad to say but, we usually outlive our pets, so we really need to appreciate all the time that can be shared together – especially with older dogs and cats.  Most of us with older pets already know and can appreciate the unconditional love and affection pets share with you over the course of their lives – it’s irreplaceable… 

Across the country, people (and pets) will be celebrating the month of November as National Senior Pet Month.  I think it’s safe to say, when looking at pictures, or starting that search to rescue an animal that we all fall victim to the cuteness of puppies, kittens, and virtually any baby/younger version of a domesticated pet, but this month in particular is our chance to show some love and appreciation to our older four-legged friends.

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