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Pet Care

Take steps to make sure your pet is well-cared for.  Make sure you take proper steps  to train your pet. Crate training can help the family and the pet co-exist well in the family residence.

Learn more about crate training.

Also take measures to ensure that you can identify your pet in the event that they run away or get lost.  Microchips greatly increase the chance of pet and owner being reunited.

Check out information on microchips.

Provide a safe home for your pet by following a few easy safety tips. Pets are humans and there are a variety of situations and materials that affect them differently.  Make sure you take the proper steps to keep your pet safe.

Read about Pet Safety Tips.

Videos & Multimedia »


  • Return of the Swans
    Mayor Menino hosted the "Return of the Swans" to the Public Garden Lagoon. A parade began at the corner of Charles/Beacon Streets and the swans Romeo and Juliet were released from their enclosed carts onto the shore adjacent to the Swan BoatsWatch Video »
  • Tails of Boston - Hawks
    Guest: Marla Issac, HerpetologistWatch Video »
  • Tails of Boston - Happy Endings Part 2
    Guest: Dr. MotamedWatch Video »
  • Tails of Boston - Puppy Mills
    Guest: Representative from the Human Society of United StatesWatch Video »
  • Tails of Boston - Holiday Pet Safety Tips
    Guest: Dr. MotamedWatch Video »

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