Pets still have back to school blues? Some tips from Pet360

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Most everyone with kids should be back to school by now, right? But sometimes it's a big change for your pet, having to deal with a new routine. Especially if it changes things like when to use the bathroom, or how much activity they get during the day. It could lead to bathroom accidents, or separation anxiety and other behavioral issues.

I'm an ambassador for Pet360.com. And they have some great tips for how to help your pet get acclimated to the new routine. Here's a few:

1. Treats, Puzzles and Toys: Sturdy toys, treat toys like Kongs, and puzzle toys are great ways for your pet to entertain themselves. With these toys, they can spend time, they get something special and they tire themselves out.
2. Get your dog some doggy time: Doggy daycare or doggy playdates helps tucker your dog out. A tired dog is a happy dog. Also, if you replace time with the kids with time with four-legged friends, they won't miss them as much when they're at school. 
3. Training. Enroll your dog in obedience training, and be sure to include the kids in that training.

See more tips on Pet360.com, include tips for cats.

Meanwhile, Pet360.com is hosting a Fab and Furry Back to School Giveaway in their community section. The giveaway includes all kinds of awesome grooming supplies for your dog and cat.

• Earthbath Hypo-allergenic fragrance free wipes for cats and dogs
• Earthbath totally natural pet care eye wipes
• A Furminator de-shedding brush (exact product depends on whether winner is a cat or dog)
• Four Paws Ultimate Touch Safety Pet Nail clipper for dogs & cats
• Furminator de-shedding spray 
• C.E.T. Toothpaste and Fingerbrush for dogs & cats
• Pearhead Pawprints Wall Frame to showcase a picture of your pet looking furry and fabulous. 

To enter, head to the Pet360.com Community Board. The contest ends Sept. 30.

DISCLAIMER: This post is sponsored by Pet360. I am being compensated for spreading the word about Pet360.com, but this blog only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers.