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My Burmese Cat is Digging

Do you own a Burmese or other breed feline that just won’t stop digging in your garden and leaving it a chaotic mess? If so, then you may need to talk with your vet to find ways to discourage your cat’s habit. In some cases, cats like the Burmese will dig in order to makeContinue reading “My Burmese Cat is Digging”

Bloat in Dogs Like the Pomeranian

Canine bloat can affect all breeds including the Pomeranian. If you own a Pomeranian and are concerned about the possibility of your pup developing bloat then call your vet for more information about the disease. Canine bloat (also known as Gastric Dilation-Volvulus) is a serious condition that requires immediate treatment. It is an often fatalContinue reading “Bloat in Dogs Like the Pomeranian”

How To Have A Fun Play Time With Your Pet Cat

Make playtime with your cat worthwhile. During your bonding time with your kitty, don’t just give her a toy and expect her to know what to do with it. Engage with your cat and manipulate the toys to encourage her to interact. Why not move the toy around as if it is escaping from aContinue reading “How To Have A Fun Play Time With Your Pet Cat”

Black Bear Hamsters

There is some discussion regarding if what is currently known as black bear hamsters is a true hamster breed or perhaps just another variant in the coloration of Syrian hamsters. This black bear variant was once bigger when compared to the usual Syrian breed. Black bear hamsters that are of show quality were onceContinue reading “Black Bear Hamsters”

Causes Hypothyroidism in Dogs

Hypothyroidism commonly occurs in dogs that are of medium to large build ranging in ages between 4 and 10 years. Spayed or neutered dogs are commonly affected by hypothyroidism. The illness causes a dog’s thyroid to decrease in production or stop in production of the T3 (liothyronine) and T4 (levothyroxine) hormones. These hormones are neededContinue reading “Causes Hypothyroidism in Dogs”