Do you own a pet bird? Perhaps you even hang bird feeders outside your home to attract wild birds. Whether it’s a pet or a wild bird it’s important to know what different types of birds eat. Wild bird seed can make a great snack for both wild and pet birds. As for different petContinue reading “Food for Pet Birds”
Category Archives: Animal Care
Guinea Pigs and Stress
Did you know that even the smallest of animals can experience stress or become frightened or even overwhelmed? If your guinea pig has had a sudden change in behavior or in his eating habits then he may be stressed. Take note of your guinea pig’s overall mood, recent behaviors, eating habits and bathroom habits. AskContinue reading “Guinea Pigs and Stress”
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?”
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”
Buying a Cat Wheelchair or Cart
Does your cat have mobility issues in which he may be losing mobility in the backend or the frontend? Talk to your vet about having your cat using a cat wheelchair or mobility cart. There are several online retailers that offer a variety of wheelchair carts for cats. Be prepared to shop, research, and consultContinue reading “Buying a Cat Wheelchair or Cart”