Ensuring your cat’s overall wellbeing and health is just one concern in caring for your pet. Feeding your cat might pose certain challenges. Cats tend to have certain tastes when it comes to food. A finicky eater might end up not getting the proper nutrition that a cat requires. This then results in malnutrition orContinue reading “Nutritional Problems In Cats”
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Are Guinea Pigs Available for Adoption?
What comes to mind when you think of animal adoption? Many people relate animal adoption to adopting a cat or dog. However, did you know that you can also adopt a Teddy guinea pig? Talk with your vet and find out if there are adoption options for guinea pigs. Some pet stores host adoption centersContinue reading “Are Guinea Pigs Available for Adoption?”
GPS Tracking Collars for Cats Like the American Curl
If you’re afraid your feline friend may run off or get lost while you’re not around then you may want to look into ways to help ensure your cat is safe at home or can be identified and returned easily if lost. Some cat owners have chosen to microchip their cat. However, the microchip isContinue reading “GPS Tracking Collars for Cats Like the American Curl”
The Bichon Frise and Conjunctivitis
Did you know that the Bichon Frise can sometimes develop forms of eye conditions known as conjunctivitis? This particular eye condition can be bacterial, viral, or simply an allergic reaction that is often referred to as red eye or pink eye. If you think your Bichon may have something wrong with his eye, please callContinue reading “The Bichon Frise and Conjunctivitis”
How To Find The Right Wheelchair For Your Dog
You might have to get a wheelchair for your dog when he begins to have walking difficulties. Make sure that you get the proper wheelchair to better help the dog move around. During earlier days, you might have enjoyed walking with your dog. But when the dog starts to have mobility problems, he will findContinue reading “How To Find The Right Wheelchair For Your Dog”
Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter
Should you be planning on a vacation and your pet cannot be with you, then you may want to consider hiring someone in advance to pet sit if there is no one else to whom you can entrust your pet’s care. Select a sitter that you can be comfortable with and dependable as well. AfterContinue reading “Tips For Hiring A Pet Sitter”
Understanding A Dog’s Vision
It is a good idea to understand how your pet dog perceives objects around him. Get to know your dog’s vision so you can take care of it better. The first thing you should know is that the dog’s eyes contain specialized structures that enable them to detect motion a whole time better than humans.Continue reading “Understanding A Dog’s Vision”
Positive Reinforcement In Dog Training
The use of positive reinforcement in dog training is very effective. Positive reinforcement is rewarding the desired behavior that your pet displays while the undesirable habits are ignored. Positive reinforcement can be used if you want to highlight your dog’s desirable behaviors by offering him a reward. Giving your dog a prize can be inContinue reading “Positive Reinforcement In Dog Training”
Tips for Administering Insulin to Cats Like the American Wirehair
If your American Wirehair or other feline friend has been diagnosed with feline diabetes, be sure to consult with your vet about long-term care, medications and overall treatment. For many American Wirehairs, insulin injections will be required. Your vet can show you how to administer the injections. A few tips to remember in the processContinue reading “Tips for Administering Insulin to Cats Like the American Wirehair”
Dog Vomiting: When to Bring Your Dog to the Vet
If ever you notice your pet dog vomit, your first instinct might be to panic. Vomiting is the body’s natural method of expelling something unwholesome. Should your dog be vomiting once or twice a day, but seems well, relatively active, and eats normally, then do not panic. But if there are other symptoms accompanying theContinue reading “Dog Vomiting: When to Bring Your Dog to the Vet”