Cats will use various ways to mark the area where they are living or areas they might visit. Cats would mark spots using the scent glands located on their tail, face, cheeks, and feet. They could also use their urine. Bunting (cheek rubbing) and scratching (as a visual marking and a scent marking from foodContinue reading “Why Do Cats ‘Mark’ With Their Urine?”
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Feeding Baby Turtles: Land Turtles VS. Aquatic Turtles
Similar to other animals, there are several types of turtles. These reptiles have different kinds or species that are sometimes hard to differentiate. However, when it comes to the diet of the baby turtles, such a difference is relatively little. If you are planning to adopt baby turtles, choose from the common types that areContinue reading “Feeding Baby Turtles: Land Turtles VS. Aquatic Turtles”
Setting Up Lizard Habitats
Like other reptiles, lizards, being cold-blooded, rely on the surrounding air temperature to control their body heat. This would mean that the keeper will be the one responsible to ensure the pet lizard’s warmth. This kind of temperature monitoring is better managed in a vivarium, a somewhat enclosed environment built with cold-blooded animals in mind. Continue reading “Setting Up Lizard Habitats”
Reasons Why Your Pet Rabbit Keeps On Scratching
When your pet rabbit seems to scratch more than often, it is probably suffering from a problem. It needs to be addressed soon to provide comfort to your pet. Who knows, it could be something treatable such as mite and allergies? Pruritus refers to a severe scratching episode. When a rabbit feels itchy, the usualContinue reading “Reasons Why Your Pet Rabbit Keeps On Scratching”
Grooming Needs Of Long-Haired Dogs
The frequency of brushing a dog’s hair coat will depend on the type of hair coat that they have. While the grooming needs of most short-haired dogs are easy and hassle-free, long-haired dogs tend to be more complicated. Their long hair coats need to be brushed more often to prevent matting and tangling. Long, SilkyContinue reading “Grooming Needs Of Long-Haired Dogs”
Do Dogs Need Prenatal Care ?
If you are going to breed your dog and go through a canine pregnancy then you may want to call your vet first and talk about a timeline for a dog’s pregnancy and things you will need to do for your dog. Diet changes and changes in activity levels may be required. Your vet mayContinue reading “Do Dogs Need Prenatal Care ?”
Why your cat loves to chase things
Your cat is an excellent playmate and you love watching her chase her toys around. Why is this behavior so appealing to her? Your pet needs to be able to mimic hunting behaviors in order to work on these skills and to satisfy her innate desires. Chasing after toys allows her to do this. ItContinue reading “Why your cat loves to chase things”
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