CJ Silvasi
CJ has always wanted to be a writer. She even threatened to drop out after her first day of kindergarten when they weren’t immediately going to teach her to read and write. Fortunately, she stayed in school, earned her degree in Creative Writing from Christopher Newport University, and now gets to live her best life with her husband, 3 Japanese Chins, and cat writing for AKC Pet Insurance.
BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING | OCTOBER 12, 2022Do Cats Get Sad?
Is your cat down in the dumps? Here are 5 ways to tell if your cat is sad, including changes in appetite or bowel movements and failure to groom.
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PET HEALTH AND SAFETY | OCTOBER 6, 2022Health Considerations for Sporting Dogs
Sporting dogs love the outdoors, and with that comes the potential for accidents and injuries. Here are great ways to keep your hunting dog safe, fit, and healthy.
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PET HEALTH AND SAFETY | DECEMBER 9, 2022How to Keep Pets Safe While Painting
Looking to paint your home, but worried about your pets? Here are the steps you need to take to paint safely around pets, as well as the symptoms of paint poisoning.
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BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING | DECEMBER 21, 2022Make Your Dog a Part of Christmas Cookie Day with These Easy Recipes
Don't leave your dog out of the holiday fun! Make and decorate dog-friendly cookies with these easy cut-out cookie and icing recipes. They make great gifts too.
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BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING | DECEMBER 2, 2022Mixed-Breed Dog Love on National Mutt Day
Not sure what dog breed fits your lifestyle best? Learn about National Mutt Day and discover why adopting a mixed-breed dog might be the way to go.
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BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING | DECEMBER 8, 20225 Pet-Friendly Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in helping pets without spending extra money? Give the gift of your time with these pet-friendly volunteer opportunities in your community.
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PET HEALTH AND SAFETY | OCTOBER 5, 2022Safety Tips for Driving with Dogs
Dogs need to be as safe & secure in cars as their human counterparts. Here are 6 tips for safely driving with your dog, as well as a handy Dog Car-Travel Checklist.
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PET HEALTH AND SAFETY | FEBRUARY 7, 2023Safety Tips for Traveling with Pets
It doesn't matter how far you're going, traveling with pets is a mixed bags. Get safety tips and tricks for hitting the road with your cats and dogs.
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BEHAVIOR AND TRAINING | NOVEMBER 11, 2022How Service Animals Go from Puppies to Lifesavers
Service dogs provide safety, comfort, and independence to people with disabilities. We define service dog and discuss the selection and training process.
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