(NewsUSA) – Shopping for school supplies isn’t what it used to be. Sure, kids still need notebooks, binders and pens — but they won’t survive without the latest technology either, namely a computer. According to a recent survey commissioned by HP and conducted by Wakefield Research, computers become a significant part of homework assignments for […]
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Home Alone: Canine Edition! The Good, Bad and Chewed-Up Couch
(NewsUSA) – Pet owners love being greeted at the door by their furry companions — but coming home to see the sofa in chunks on the floor amid the smiling jowls of our pet isn’t the welcome we hope for."We all love spending time with our dogs, but we need to leave them at home […]
Put Your Head in the Digital Music Cloud
(NewsUSA) – When it comes to storing digital music files, people are often confronted with the dilemma of choosing which type of operating platform to use. In many cases, people find themselves stuck in the "i-opoly" — the monopoly-style hold of Apple’s iTunes on digital music — of the digital-media world. Worse yet, users find […]
5 Simple Ways Anyone Can Support Animal Shelters
(NewsUSA) – It’s staggering to think that each year an estimated 5-7 million companion animals find their way into the care of animal shelters across the United States.Despite the best efforts of thousands of shelter workers, keeping up with the care of abandoned animals is a daunting task for even the most well-funded rescue organizations. […]
Put a Stop to Feline Urinary Tract Problems With a Clean Litter Box
(NewsUSA) – Urinary tract problems are a common affliction among cats. Regular litter box cleaning is an important step in keeping this painful condition in check. “Cleanliness is one key to avoiding cat urinary tract problems,” says veterinarian Melissa Brookshire. “Urinary tract obstructions, evidenced by straining without producing any urine, are emergency situations that require […]
Maintaining Pets' Healthy Gums Too Great to be Ignored
(NewsUSA) – Smelly doggie breath can be annoying. And dog owners will go to great lengths to eliminate or cover it up. But be aware — pet oral care goes beyond preventing bad doggie breath. Poor gum health allows nasty bacteria to make a beeline straight for a pet’s circulatory system, which can have harmful […]
Top 5 Healthy Habits for Pets and Their Owners
(NewsUSA) – Pets are the lights of their owners’ lives. And keeping pets healthy is key to extending the warmth and love for years. Dr. Ernie Ward, nationally renowned veterinarian, pet author and founder of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, offers his ‘Top 5 Healthy Habits’ for pet owners to help ensure pets stay […]