When your furry friend acts up, first make sure it isn’t a health-related issue. Nothing beats professional vet care if you think something’s wrong, but iOS apps like Pet First Aid ($0.99, iPhone) can help you tell what’s normal, what needs attention, and even what to do in case of emergencies.
In emergencies, Pet First Aid’s knowledge is a useful thing.
If all’s well, maybe your pushy pet just needs a change of pace—or place. Paw Trotter ($2.99, iPhone) uses your iPhone’s location to find nearby dog parks, pet-friendly hotels, and other handy destinations. If a little discipline is in order, many books in the Kindle Store and iBookstore can show you the right way to train the unruly, but lovable, critter in your life. To find the right someone to assist with walking, medicating, and even training your pet when you can’t do it, check out Fetch Pet Care (fetchpetcare.com), the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters (petsitters.org), or Pet Sitters International (petsit.com) for more information about what options are available near you.
