Health Care

Blindness in Cats

Cats of all breeds can suffer from various health conditions including blindness. If you’ve read articles online about cats then you may have stumbled across the store of Honey Bee. This is a cat that lives in the Caribbean with her human owners. She is famous for hiking since hiking is not typically a cat’sContinue reading “Blindness in Cats”

Ear Mites In Dogs

Ear mites in dogs can easily be spread and transmitted. Even if your dog has just picked one ear mite, it can easily multiply and lead to an infestation within a short span of time. Ear mites can be present in the environment when an infected dog or cat shakes their head. Since they won’tContinue reading “Ear Mites In Dogs”

Why Your Dog Needs A Seat Belt

A dog that is not properly restrained inside a moving car can pose a grave danger to all passengers, pets, and humans alike. An unrestrained dog may suddenly block the driver’s vision or try to escape from the car. These behaviors could distract the driver. Distracted driving is among the top causes of death andContinue reading “Why Your Dog Needs A Seat Belt”

Dogs Can Benefit From Anti-Inflammatory Effects Of Turmeric

Turmeric has always been recognized for its culinary use. However, there is a lot of evidence that suggests its health benefits as well. The main compound of the herb is the yellow-colored curcumin which has a very potent anti-inflammatory effect and is a powerful antioxidant. In recent years, turmeric has been promoted as a dietaryContinue reading “Dogs Can Benefit From Anti-Inflammatory Effects Of Turmeric”

Solving Litter Box Issues

Managing litter box issues is challenging for pet owners. Cats have a keen sense of smell. So, always clean the litter box as cats get displeased with dirty boxes. Scoop the contents at least twice a day and thoroughly clean it using water and soap at least once a week. Let the box completely dryContinue reading “Solving Litter Box Issues”

Are There Safe And Unsafe Bones For Dogs?

It can be pretty risky to give bones to your dogs. Chicken bones, in particular, can harm your dog because they break apart into smaller pieces with sharp edges that can tear or lacerate the lining of their gastrointestinal tract. If you’re thinking that beef bones can substitute chicken, there are a couple of thingsContinue reading “Are There Safe And Unsafe Bones For Dogs?”

Texas River Cooter Turtle

Did you know that there is a turtle called the Texas River Cooter turtle? This is a type of fresh water turtle that is generally native to creeks, rivers and other bodies of water. These particular turtles are native to Texas as well as other states prone to large bodies of water like rivers andContinue reading “Texas River Cooter Turtle”

Omega-3 Fatty Acids For Pet Arthritis

Omega-3 fatty acids are among the top supplements for pets. These essential fatty acids are found in cold-water species, coconut oil, and flaxseed oil. Omega-3 fatty acids are made up of EPA and DHA and one of its important functions is to interfere with the inflammatory process and block the production of certain factors thatContinue reading “Omega-3 Fatty Acids For Pet Arthritis”

Tips On Living With A Deaf Cat

Many cat owners only realize that their pet cats are deaf when the disability has reached an advanced stage. It’s more difficult to notice any changes, particularly in multi-cat households because the deaf cat tends to rely on the other cats with normal hearing, keeping alert for any visual cues so he will know howContinue reading “Tips On Living With A Deaf Cat”

Exercising your Guinea Pig in the Pool

Guinea pigs can swim for the most part and may actually enjoy some time in the water when it’s a small sized pool and it’s on their own terms. Please do not force your guinea pig into the water if he doesn’t want to go. For guinea pigs that like to swim the activity canContinue reading “Exercising your Guinea Pig in the Pool”