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Top Dog-Friendly Pumpkin Patches around Portland
Updated October 6, 2021 For most, it is a family tradition to visit the pumpkin patch. As soon as a leaf falls on the ground, we start to research the pumpkin patches we want to visit throughout October. Did you also know that many folks use pumpkin patches as a great training opportunity for their…
Read MoreTips To Prepare Pets for Emergencies
From losing power to evacuating safely, there are many tips pet parents should know before the wildfire season starts here in the Pacific Northwest. To ensure pet owners are prepared, FEMA established September as National Disaster Preparedness Month. Planning ahead of time is essential to making sure you and your animals get out safely when…
Read MoreWhat is the best cat litter?
Updated 09/24/2020 Get the Scoop on Cat Litter: In Order of Nancy’s Favorites Environmentally Friendly Options Do you suffer from kitty litter confusion? Frequently our customers ask us; What is the best cat litter” “>What is the best cat litter?” We pulled together the following resource guide to help clarify some common questions on what…
Read More15 pet safety tips for hot weather
Hot weather is here and sharing safety tips is always important! You want to take your dog with you everywhere – it’s summer now! But it’s 90 degrees out and your best friend will melt in the car. So you stay home and hang out in the yard instead. If you’re still concerned and not…
Read MoreHow to Stop a Destructive Dog: Will Dog Games Help?
Dogs are meant to live active lives! Many studies, especially those conducted by zoos, have shown that enriching an animal’s environment improves the psychological and physical well-being of animals which can help stop a dog from being destructive. The co-authors of Beyond Squeaky Toys break down enrichment for animals into six different categories and there…
Read MorePet Photos with Santa: Coming Back this Month
‘Pet Photos’ with Santa are back this month! Do you have a holiday scarf picked out for your dog or cat? We’re already planning for the holiday season, so we wanted to make sure you had dates well in advance for this photo shoot at all three of our stores. A new festive backdrop will…
Read MoreHow to Care for a Blind Dog: Training Tips
Living with a blind dog requires time and patience. Whether your dog is a senior and lost his vision as he aged or your dog was born blind, there are many ways to help him navigate through life. Remember too that your dog’s nose is a very powerful tool and he’ll use this to determine…
Read MorePlease Donate Dog Supplies to Jake n’ Max’s Boxes of Love Event in Memory of Vonnie Harris and For the Love of Senior Animals
For the 6th year in a row, you can donate dog supplies at Three Paws Pet Supply (and our sister stores) for seniors. The store is a donation site for Jake n’ Max’s Boxes of Love and the decorated boxes are filling up! This event is a tribute to the unwavering love of two beloved…
Read MoreGreyhound Adoptions: Q&A with Greyhound Pet Adoption Northwest
The Greyhound breed has become increasingly popular over the years and was one of the first breeds at the American dog shows. According to an article in Wide Open Pets, “Historically, Greyhounds have been used as hunters due to their great speed – they are the fastest breed of dog, reaching top speeds of over…
Read MorePets and Climate Change: How Will This Impact them in 2019 and Beyond?
National Geographic tells us when it comes to the state of California, “The state is just hotter and drier than it used to be, and that’s driving a trend toward larger fires.” If the hottest and driest summers have all occurred in the last 20 years then we need to start preparing with at the…
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