Health Care

Should My Indoor Cat Go to the Vet?

Yes, whether your cat lives primarily indoors or primarily outdoors, he needs to go to the vet for checkups and routine vaccinations. Although your indoor cat may be safer and even healthier than cats that roam freely outdoors, he still needs routine wellness visits with a veterinarian. Most cats require a set number of vaccinationsContinue reading “Should My Indoor Cat Go to the Vet?”

Toxic Plants and Horses

There are a lot of plants that horses like to eat and that’s OK because some of them are OK; however, some of them are not. Toxic plants can be found around the U.S. and it’s important to ask your vet what the toxic plants are in your area that way you can watch outContinue reading “Toxic Plants and Horses”

Are Dogs Carnivores or Omnivores?

Have you ever found yourself wondering whether you dog is a carnivore or an omnivore? Dogs are typically Sometimes the answer may seem crystal clear, but then you realize your dog eats a lot of different things from different food categories. Carnivores are meat eater and omnivores are plant and meat eaters. Dogs are consideredContinue reading “Are Dogs Carnivores or Omnivores?”

Snacks for Cats

Does your cat like to have snacks or treats? Do you enjoy feeding your cat snacks or treats? If so, have you talked to your vet to find out the best types of snacks for your cat? You should try to make it a habit not share your own snacks with your cat, but insteadContinue reading “Snacks for Cats”

Cats and Ear Mites

Did you know that cats can get ear mites? If you’ve seen your cat excessively scratching at her ears or shaking her head as if trying to clear her ears then you should contact your vet. Some cats can get ear mites, which are tiny crab-like parasites that are often found in the outer earContinue reading “Cats and Ear Mites”

Tips For Selecting Rawhide Chews For Your Pet

To ensure that you’re choosing the best rawhide chews for your pet, here are some tips that you should consider carefully: Check the list of ingredients. Some rawhide chews are formulated with enzymes that can help control or prevent the buildup of plaque and tartar. Reading the product label will also give you an ideaContinue reading “Tips For Selecting Rawhide Chews For Your Pet”

What Makes Leopard Geckos Interesting Pets?

Leopard geckos are interesting and popular pets. They can live as long as 20 years. Just imagine the fun and joy a pet gecko brings for a considerable length of time! They are low maintenance pets: they are not demanding and it’s easy to create a perfect home for them. They’re not fussy eaters; theyContinue reading “What Makes Leopard Geckos Interesting Pets?”

Choosing A Pet Hedgehog

Pet hedgehogs may look all the same, but the truth is they are quite different and depend on the source or the breeder. The best pets often come from reputable as well as experienced breeders of hedgehogs, particularly breeders that made sure that their young hedgehogs have received adequate socialization as well as handling. Don’tContinue reading “Choosing A Pet Hedgehog”

Stop Your Dog From Eating Poop

Does your beloved dog have a nasty behavior, which is, eating poop? It sounds simple but often overlooked, but one of the best ways to keep your beloved furry canine friend from eating its poop is for you to make sure to clean up his mess as soon as you possibly can. In case youContinue reading “Stop Your Dog From Eating Poop”

Do Kittens Benefit From A Lifestage-Appropriate Diet?

Cats go through different life stages as they grow and develop. Each of these life stages has a unique nutritional requirement to meet the needs of that particular stage in their development. Since they are still growing and developing, kittens will need a higher amount of protein and calories. They need extra energy to keepContinue reading “Do Kittens Benefit From A Lifestage-Appropriate Diet?”