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Brushing Your Cat

Do you brush your cat? If not, you may want to start. Fluffy is pretty good about cleaning her fur, but she can use some help in this area. One reason to brush your kitty is that it will remove dead fur from her coat. You’ll not only find less hair everywhere, you’ll also haveContinue reading “Brushing Your Cat”

Probiotic Supplements for Dogs

Did you know that some dogs need probiotics? Does your dog have occasional diarrhea? If so, talk to your vet about your dog’s health. Your dog may need a wellness check up and blood work to determine the cause of his stomach upset. Or, he may just need a simple probiotic supplement to help supportContinue reading “Probiotic Supplements for Dogs”

Treats for your feline friend

You have a cat in your life who needs to enjoy her life on a daily basis and treats are a simple way to give her something to look forward to. What should you understand about them to choose the right treat options for her? Your pet needs you to be aware of her dietaryContinue reading “Treats for your feline friend”

Your cat’s diet

Your feline friend needs to be able to understand that she can have something tasty to eat whenever she needs to. This means that you will have to be well aware of her dietary needs in order to help her meet them. Once you are aware of your cat’s nutrient needs, take the time toContinue reading “Your cat’s diet”

Tips To Protect Your Pet From Dental Problems

Problems affecting the teeth and gums of pet are among the top reasons for visits to vet clinics. About 80% of the pet population have some sort of dental problem that could have been prevented with regular tooth brushing and dental visits at the vet’s. Pet cats and dogs affected with tooth and gum problemsContinue reading “Tips To Protect Your Pet From Dental Problems”

Signs Your Pet May Be Suffering From Heart Trouble

Pet cats and dogs do get serious problems affecting their heart. The problem is, these conditions are often difficult to detect in the early stages. Their instinct to hide any signs of pain or illness further complicates the matter. The good news is, advancements in veterinary medicine now make it possible for heart problems toContinue reading “Signs Your Pet May Be Suffering From Heart Trouble”

Do Maltipoos Require Special Grooming?

Maltipoos are often perceived to be a hypoallergenic breed because their tightly-curled hair that they have inherited from the poodle side of their ancestry sheds little or not at all. Any hair that is shed is caught up in the curled folds and needs to be brushed out to remove. Because maltipoos are crossbreds (malteseContinue reading “Do Maltipoos Require Special Grooming?”