When becoming a dog parent, most people expect to spend money. Adoption fees, food, toys, and other necessities are a well-known cost of pet ownership. However, behind those well-known costs are additional expenses that some new pet parents don’t foresee. Keep reading to learn about the unexpected costs of owning a dog so you’ll be prepared for everything when you bring home the newest member of your family.

So you’re finally ready to welcome a new pet to the family—whether it’s your first or 21st, the excitement never seems to change. When we think about it, welcoming a new furry friend into your home is a huge deal since these pets will spend the entirety of their lives with us. As such, you must ensure you prepare your home, self, and surroundings as much as possible to welcome them in. Keep reading for some tips on how to do just that.

We love our pets and want to keep them healthy and satisfied so they can live full, happy lives. Obese pets, especially traditional worker pets such as horses, can’t fully enjoy their life with all that extra weight and related health problems. There are various causes of obesity in horses that you should know so you can keep your horse healthy. If your horse is already struggling with obesity, there are some treatments available as well.