Many people get a new puppy for Christmas and with that new puppy come questions: “Is it normal for my puppy to ______________?
Just fill in the blank with anything from chewing, digging, whining, barking, and much more…

Free Shipping Day is Thursday, December 17, 2009…
JeffersPet.com is happy to announce that we will be participating this year and for the first time we will offer FREE SHIPPING on all orders that day. We also guarantee to ship out orders that same day.

As we near the holidays, with all the traditions and festivities, the bright colorful lights and decorations, it is easy to forget the potential for danger that exists, not just for us but for our four-legged friends. We all know that there is an inherent danger of fire with the lights and extra extension cords and just the cold dry weather, but here are a few more tips that you may not have considered…

De-clawing Your Cat – Necessary Evil or Just Evil
First, let me clarify that de-clawing is a bit of a misnomer; while it sounds as simple as a pedicure, it is considerably more than just clipping and filing nails. De-clawing is a surgical procedure, wherein the entire first joint of each of a cat’s “toes” [...]

The Senior Citizen Pet
Old Age in Dogs – Part II
We’ve already discussed the fact that large dogs age earlier and faster than smaller breeds but, as with us mere humans, there are many lifestyle factors that can affect the aging process as well. As we get older, many of us become less active and [...]

While you are decorating your home with trees, ornaments and lights and stocking up on special holiday treats, keep in mind that these activities could bring about holiday hazards for your pets…

It is time for the 2nd annual 12 Days of Christmas Sale at Jeffers.

For those of you who do not know what that means, it means GREAT DEALS on lots of pet and large animal needs.
Starting November 22 at 10 am Central, One item will be showcased on each of our main sites
JeffersPet.com
JeffersEquine.com
JeffersLivestock.com
at incredible savings… [...]

Doggie Dental Care
by Renee Jones, CPDT
Although dogs rarely get cavities, they are prone to gum disease & excess tartar build-up on the teeth. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), an astounding 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of oral disease by age three. Animals can suffer the same [...]

Obesity in Dogs
It is estimated that 40% of pets in America are overweight. Further, approximately 25% of dogs in the United States are obese. It is very important that we take responsibility for our pets. If a pet is overweight, it is almost certainly the owner’s fault. There are certain medical conditions that can cause [...]

Crate Training
Why Crate Training?
A dog is a very social pack animal by nature. Your family becomes his/her pack with the primary caregiver as the leader. Your dog is going to claim a territory and create a den of its own. Crate training offers your dog the security and comfort of the den, while giving [...]