Our Expert: Gina Spadafori
The Right Way to Introduce a Dog and Cat
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Cartoon animals may drum up hilarious antics, but millions of real-life cats and dogs have learned to love (or at least respect) one another. Perhaps that's why millions of pet owners feel…View Full Post ›
How to Potty-Train a Puppy: 5 Puddle-Proof Tips to Follow
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Until puppies are born house-trained, you'll have to start putting your potty training plan to work as soon as the little one comes into your home. Successful house-training requires setting up a…View Full Post ›
Badly Behaved Pet? These Vets Can Help
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Dealing with a dog that bites, a cat that disregards the litter box and every other bad dog and cat behavior in the book? A veterinary behaviorist can be the answer to many of the more difficult…View Full Post ›
Cat, Meet the New Dog: The Right Way to Introduce a Pet Into Your Home
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Q: My Maltese-Poodle mix has spent the last year with my ex while I've worked to find housing that accepts a dog. My daughter wanted a kitten, which my apartment at the time did accept, so…View Full Post ›
Say "Treat!" 5 Pointers to Capture the Cutest Dog and Cat Photos
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Whether you're using a long-lens digital SLR or a mobile phone, one of the keys to successful pet photography is taking lots of pictures. Keeping your camera of choice at the ready is…View Full Post ›
Can the Cat Stay When a Baby's on the Way?
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Q: I'm getting contradictory information on my cats now that we're expecting our first child. And it all seems credible. My doctor says I can keep my cats as long as I'm careful and…View Full Post ›
Hands-Down Best Solution for a Skunked Dog (and It's Not Tomato Juice)
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Over the years, the universal skunk remedy has been widely accepted as the canned red stuff in your pantry. However, as reported in the Chicago Tribune several years ago, a chemist by the name of…View Full Post ›
Pet Behaving Badly? Call Your Vet First
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011When a dog and cat begin exhibiting habitual bad behavior — say, repeatedly relieving themselves on your pillow or shredding your sofa's upholstery — quick-fix, halfhearted…View Full Post ›
What Is Dog 'Clicker' Training and Should I Try It With My Puppy?
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Q: The last time we had a dog, we went to a class that required a choke chain. That sweet dog is long gone, and we're starting class with our 6-month-old Queensland Heeler. But the local…View Full Post ›
Why Indoor Dogs and Cats Are Happier Than Free-Roaming Outdoor Pets
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011
The Right (and the Dangerous) Way to Use a Retractable Dog Leash
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Looking for a leash that makes walking your curious canine more convenient? The retractable reel-type leash is an option that many people love, but before you run out and get one, make sure you know…View Full Post ›
Do All Cats Get High from Catnip?
By Gina Spadafori | July 5, 2011Catnip is a harmless pleasure for those cats who enjoy it. After all, it's a rare cat that ever has to operate heavy machinery, drive, or take a call from a telemarketer. Indulge your…View Full Post ›
