Welcome to Your Pets at Home! Here’s a bit to know about us! 🐾
We are a passionate group of pet enthusiasts dedicated to helping you care for your fur babies right at home. Our mission is to make pet care accessible and straightforward, blending expert tips with everyday practicality.
Meet Barbara Fitzgerald
Barbara Fitzgerald is an esteemed AKC Breeder of Merit and serves as a Board Member for the North Georgia All Breed Herding Dog Association. She has judged prestigious events like the 2016 BCSA Sweepstakes and co-chaired the 2019 BCSA National Specialty. Barbara has authored the “Conversations with Champions” column for the BCSA magazine, Borderlines, interviewing top canine trainers and breeders. On occasion, she is an AKC herding trial secretary. She is also a contributing editor for The Modern Bark.
Barbara co-runs Solaras Kennels, specializing in training AKC border collies excelling in various competitions. Together with Olga Fitzgerald, they have produced numerous AKC Champions and Grand Champions. Notably, their dog Grand CH Solaras-Callista Cavalcade’s Companion was the number one border collie in the AKC National Owner Handler Series inaugural year.
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- Submit a question to Barbara in Ask a Breeder.
Meet Mark dos Anjos, DVM
Dr. Mark is a seasoned mixed animal practitioner with over 40 years of experience working across Africa, Europe, the US, and South America. He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. His interests include dermatology, dog training, canine and feline behavior, and exotic animal medicine. Dr. Mark lives on a small ranch in Brazil, where he cares for his horses, sheep, poultry, parrots, and a rescue Capuchin monkey named Niki.
Since moving to a rural region in Brazil, Dr. Mark has been able to work with a variety of wildlife, which he finds immensely rewarding. Notably, his experience with Niki, the Capuchin monkey he rescued, has been one of his most challenging and fulfilling endeavors as a vet.
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- Submit a question to Dr. Mark in Ask a Vet.
Meet Louise Fiolek
Louise has been writing about her love of pets for over 13 years, helping dog and cat owners better understand their companions’ needs and behaviors. She offers practical tips, from home remedies to knowing when to see a veterinarian, and enjoys studying veterinary medicine and volunteering with animals in her community.
Meet Adrienne Farricelli CPDT-KA, Dip.CBST
Adrienne Farricelli is a certified professional dog trainer (CPDT-KA) and behavior consultant with a diploma in Canine Behavior Science and Technology (Dip.CBST).
With over 18 years of experience, including her background as a veterinary assistant and owner of a cageless dog boarding and training center, Adrienne specializes in writing engaging and informative content on a wide range of canine topics.
As a certified professional dog trainer and member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Adrienne is deeply committed to advancing her knowledge in the ever-evolving field of canine behavior. She regularly attends seminars, workshops, and courses to ensure her continuing education stays current with the latest scientific research.
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Latest Posts
At Your Pets at Home, you can learn more about us by exploring our latest posts:
- 170 Unique, Chilled Out Names for Calm Dogs
Dog Names Make Self-fulfilling Prophesies Looking for a chilled-out name for a calm canine character? Then look no further! here are hundreds of meaningful, calm names for dogs, from the names of the ancients and mythology that mean peaceful or calm to the ultimate tranquil locales, as well as names of spiritually calming rituals, herbs,… Read more: 170 Unique, Chilled Out Names for Calm Dogs - Vet Advice on Doxycycline for Heartworm (Slow-Kill Method)
Dear Dr. Mark – I run an animal shelter and recently picked up an older dog that tested positive for heartworms. Our vet suggested the slow kill heartworm treatment with Advantage Multi because of her age. Everything I’ve read says to give doxycycline for 30 days first with this method, but he is just prescribing… Read more: Vet Advice on Doxycycline for Heartworm (Slow-Kill Method) - Litter Box Woes? What to Do If Your Cat Pees Over the Edge
When a cat misses its litter box and urinates over the side, it leaves more than just a puddle for you to clean up. It can smell foul and damage your floors, carpets, and furniture, especially if it happens regularly. So, what’s going on here? This problem can arise due to health issues, an aversion… Read more: Litter Box Woes? What to Do If Your Cat Pees Over the Edge - 350 Farm Dog Names + Western Cow Dog, Ranch Dog Names
Whether your new canine companion will be working livestock, guarding them, or just riding shotgun with you on the ATV, a good farm dog starts with a commanding ranch dog name. Keep in mind, the best dog names are meaningful to the owner, short, and easy to call. To get you started on your shortlist… Read more: 350 Farm Dog Names + Western Cow Dog, Ranch Dog Names - 150 Spiritual Dog Names: Mystical and Meaningful
Over 150 spiritual dog names for you and your canine companion to Zen out on!