The Dos and Don’ts of Pet Thunderstorm Anxiety

The Dos and Don’ts of Pet Thunderstorm Anxiety

It’s that time of year when pets fall under the frightening misconception that “THE SKY IS FALLING!” That’s right–it’s thunderstorm season. And for many pets, this time of year brings out their worst fears and anxieties. While you cannot explain to your pet that...
What Your Pet Would Tell You About Their Fear of Fireworks

What Your Pet Would Tell You About Their Fear of Fireworks

While we love fireworks, pets don’t understand why the sky lights up and why booms shake the house. Because of the traumatic nature of fireworks, many pets develop a deep fear of them. This can make the Fourth of July one of the most stressful nights of the year....
How to Safely Celebrate Pride Month with Your Pet

How to Safely Celebrate Pride Month with Your Pet

It’s Pride Month, and if you’re like so many pet owners, you’ve been celebrating the beauty and joy of LGBTQ+ culture. At Homey Gnome, we’re proud to be a business that embraces our entire community. If you want your pet to feel included in the excitement of Pride...
Considering adopting a new pet? 5 Reasons to Adopt a Cat

Considering adopting a new pet? 5 Reasons to Adopt a Cat

If you are a pet owner, or thinking about becoming one, you’ve possibly thought about adopting a cat. There are many reasons to adopt from an animal shelter that may not be obvious at first glance. Read on to find out more about five reasons why cats can make a...
What You Need to Know About Canine-Approved Car Travel

What You Need to Know About Canine-Approved Car Travel

There are reasons dogs cannot get driver’s licenses–cars are not designed for our four-legged friends. There’s that, and they struggle with noticing when the light has changed from green to red. Jokes aside, cars are designed to keep people safe… As for our...