It’s really important that you introduce your resident dogs and the new puppy to each other so that you can prevent immediate or future acts of aggressive behavior by one or both parties. Put yourself in your puppy’s shoes: your new puppy would have to adjust to a brand new environment (a new place toContinue reading “How to Introduce a Puppy to Your Resident Dogs”
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How Can You Improve Your Senior Dog’s Quality Of life?
Even when their bodies are feeling the wear and tear of the years causing them to slow down with age-related issues, your senior pet deserves a happy and good quality of life before he finally crosses the rainbow bridge. Being proactive about your pet’s health and anticipating potential problems will enable you to be preparedContinue reading “How Can You Improve Your Senior Dog’s Quality Of life?”
Why Cats Need Less Carbs
Being true carnivores, the nutritional needs of cats can only be met with a meat-based or animal protein-rich diet. The ideal diet of cats is high in protein and fat while being low in carbohydrates. Since their digestive system has evolved to process a meat-based diet, the ability of cats to process any carbohydrate inContinue reading “Why Cats Need Less Carbs”
Do Cats Dream?
Some experts believe that cats do in fact dream while others experts believe they don’t dream. So what is your opinion? If you’ve seen your cat moving its paws during the night then he could be chasing prey or going for a walk in his dream. Like a lot of other animals, cats are knownContinue reading “Do Cats Dream?”
What You Need To Consider Before Getting a Cat
There are many things you need to consider when deciding to own a cat. Taking care of a pet always brings with it responsibilities so your pet gets to enjoy life. The following are some considerations you should think about when deciding to bring home a pet cat. Budget Your cat will need to haveContinue reading “What You Need To Consider Before Getting a Cat”
Cats and Swollen Eyes
Does your cat like to play a lot? Some cats can be quite the acrobats in their own home or outside. Eye injuries can be common depending on a cat’s active lifestyle. It’s important to always give your cat a quick look over when he comes back inside. That way if there’s something off aboutContinue reading “Cats and Swollen Eyes”
Some Diseases You Can Get From Your Pet
Yes, your pet can get you sick for many reasons. Health problems from pet owners have been known to be transmitted to pets and vice versa. Diseases caused by parasites are a common health issue and are spread when improper hand washing isn’t practiced before accidentally touching fecal material. Toxoplasmosis is one such condition fromContinue reading “Some Diseases You Can Get From Your Pet”
Possible Causes of Gingivitis in Cats
Gingivitis can be a common occurrence in cats and there are few reasons why. As with people, gingivitis often occurs because of food or plaque build-up. It can be prevented or treated with routine dental cleanings and at home teeth brushing for your cat. Gingivitis can also occur for other reasons including old age, crookedContinue reading “Possible Causes of Gingivitis in Cats”
Helping your hamster keep her teeth in great shape
Your hamster is a wonderful part of your life and you want to make sure you are able to help her stay as healthy as she can be. How can you help her teeth stay in great shape? Your hamster has teeth that are continually growing and this means that she will need some wayContinue reading “Helping your hamster keep her teeth in great shape”
Keeping your dog out of trouble
Your dog is an excellent housemate and you love sharing your living space with her. However, you know that there are spaces that she could get into some trouble within. How can you prevent this from happening? Your little fur ball needs you to assess the hazards in your home and take the time toContinue reading “Keeping your dog out of trouble”