Cats tend to be one of the fussier animals. As such, if their litter boxes become dirty or foul, they will look for somewhere else to eliminate their waste. An unkempt litter box is in fact, one of the top reasons why a cat avoids a litter box. A cat has over 200 million odor-sensitiveContinue reading “Cats Shy Away From Dirty And Stinky Litter Boxes”
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Feeding Tips For Cancer-Stricken Pets
Getting proper nutrition is important for pets that are battling serious illnesses like cancer. The nourishment that they can get will help them heal and repair body tissues. Studies have shown that giving a healthy meal during the early stage of cancer can help in the recovery of sick animals. A veterinarian or veterinary nutritionistContinue reading “Feeding Tips For Cancer-Stricken Pets”
Sharing Human Food With Your Dog – Is It Okay?
Most experts will be opposed to the idea of giving your pet dog table scraps or sharing your human food with them, even if this is a common occurrence with many dog owners. As with other significant subjects, this has its positives and negatives and should be reflected upon with care. Sharing human food hasContinue reading “Sharing Human Food With Your Dog – Is It Okay?”
How To Groom Your Short-Haired Dogs
Frequent grooming of your pet dog with a comb or brush will help to keep his hair in good condition. Brushing removes dirt, preventing tangles, spreading natural oils throughout the dog’s coat while keeping clean his skin free of irritants. Also, it is a good opportunity to check his hair for fleas and flea dirt.Continue reading “How To Groom Your Short-Haired Dogs”
Setting Up A Pet First Aid Kit
Do you have a pet first-aid kit ready for your pet? If not, we strongly recommend making one. Our animal companions are very curious and playful, and rather prone to mischief. And while hopefully you’ll never have to deal with an injured pet, it’s best to be prepared in case something does happen. You canContinue reading “Setting Up A Pet First Aid Kit”
Find Out Why Obesity Is Bad For Rabbits
Did you know that being overweight or obese is bad for rabbits? All this excess weight can pose health problems to your pet later on. Here are some of the risks: · Pododermatitis is a common condition in rabbits that do not get enough physical activities. This condition is also called bumblefoot and is characterizedContinue reading “Find Out Why Obesity Is Bad For Rabbits”
Switching From Puppy Food To Adult Dog Food
There is no exact time or age when it comes to transitioning puppies from puppy food to adult dog food. Several factors should be considered including the dog’s expected adult size and bone maturity of the puppy. Small dog breeds, like Pugs and Poodles, have a shorter growing period and are considered adults as earlyContinue reading “Switching From Puppy Food To Adult Dog Food”
Introducing A New Cat To Other Pets In The Household
Introducing a new cat to a resident cat must not be immediately done, since cats are very territorial in nature. It will be best to separate them for the first few days or weeks before gradually introducing them to each other since it might take them weeks to months to develop affinity and share resources.Continue reading “Introducing A New Cat To Other Pets In The Household”
How Much To Feed Your Dog
When it comes to feeding your dog, the amount of calories to give depends on your pet’s age, weight, lifestyle, and activity level. Puppies eat more frequently at three to four times a day than adult dogs that eat one to two times a day. Depending on the dog’s weight, the daily amount of foodContinue reading “How Much To Feed Your Dog”
Helping Your Cat Settle In
Are you planning to adopt a cat soon? Congratulations! Of course, getting adopted is a huge deal for our feline friends. Your new pet will need a bit of time to settle in. When you get home, make sure your cat has a quiet, comfy spot to relax and settle in. She will need allContinue reading “Helping Your Cat Settle In”