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Flea Collars For Cats

Fleas are a common problem in cats, and they can cause discomfort and even transmit diseases. Because this is a common issue, fur parents tend to find different ways in order to prevent or control flea infestation. Flea collars work by releasing insecticides that repel and kill fleas. In most cases, flea collars offer long-termContinue reading “Flea Collars For Cats”

How Can You Tell If Your Cat Has Allergies?

Cats are good at hiding signs of illness, so it can be difficult to recognize when they aren’t feeling well. As with humans, allergies can make life miserable for your cat. Allergies are an abnormal response to a harmless substance. They’re caused by the immune system overreacting to an allergen and triggering an inflammatory response. Continue reading “How Can You Tell If Your Cat Has Allergies?”

Feeding Your Pet Cat

When it comes to feeding your cat, it is always good to check the food packaging for the suggested serving size and nutrition information. Pet food containers are labelled with nutrition facts and serving values that you can refer to for mealtime. Although these values are average, the serving recommendations listed on the packaging areContinue reading “Feeding Your Pet Cat”

Treating Your Canine’s Minor Cuts

If your dog loves to spend time outdoors then she’s most likely come back inside with a few cuts and scrapes every now and again. If your dog has a deep cut or wound always call your veterinarian right away. For minor cuts or scrapes; however, you can most likely treat your canine pal atContinue reading “Treating Your Canine’s Minor Cuts”

Lick Granuloma In Dogs

Too much licking and grooming of the area between the foot and the leg may lead to skin irritation and trauma. A granuloma could develop if not stopped. “Lick granuloma” is the term for this. The condition is characterized by fleshy pinkish and hairless masses. The licking behavior is a syndrome termed the “acral lick”. Continue reading “Lick Granuloma In Dogs”

Food Allergies And Adverse Reactions In Dogs

“Food allergies” and “adverse reactions” to food are statements dog owners typically interchange. But they are not the same. Food allergies refer to adverse reactions that involve the immune system while adverse reactions to food are merely intolerance to substances present in food. The misuse is understandable because of the similar reactions our dogs haveContinue reading “Food Allergies And Adverse Reactions In Dogs”

Be Care Not to Trim Your Cat’s Nails Too Close

You may be aware that if you trim a dog’s nails too close that they can start to bleed. This is because the quick of the nail or the vein of the nail is in the nail itself and can be accidentally cut. Did you know, however, that this can also happen in cats? IfContinue reading “Be Care Not to Trim Your Cat’s Nails Too Close”

Choosing a food for your Growing Pups

Did you know that choosing the right food for your growing pups can help ensure the pups’ overall health and wellness. You should ask your vet about the best types of food to start your puppy on. You will start out slowly as you will also be weaning your pup from its mother’s milk duringContinue reading “Choosing a food for your Growing Pups”