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Treating your cat to a new bed

You have a cat in your life who always needs to nap when she has the chance to. You feel that she needs a new bed in order to make the most of this time, so you are getting ready to purchase one for her. What should you keep an eye out for? Your catContinue reading “Treating your cat to a new bed”

Should you bring your cat to a professional groomer ?

Your cat loves being able to take part in new and different activities within your home and you want her to be as comfortable as she can be so she can explore everything to her liking. This makes you wonder – would bringing her to a professional groomer help with this? Working with a professionalContinue reading “Should you bring your cat to a professional groomer ?”

The Paw Pads of a Dog

Have you ever held your dog’s paw and examined the paw pads? Did you know that the paw pads are actually layers of fat and tissue? Your dog has unique paw pads to protect his feet. If you ever look at the paws and notice the paw pads are inflamed, extremely dry and cracking, etc.Continue reading “The Paw Pads of a Dog”

Types of Akitas

Yes, you read the title right. There are ‘types’ of Akitas and not just one set Akita breed. What does this mean? Well, there are actually two strains of Akita canines. One is the Japanese Akita and the other is the American Akita. The first Akita originated in Japan and was developed from dogs onContinue reading “Types of Akitas”

Do Cats Need Sunscreen ?

The question may seem a little odd, but the answer is surprisingly yes. While not all cats need sunscreen, there are those that do. Why? Well, for the most part cats are protected from harmful sun rays due to their coat. Cats with thick coats are least likely to have sun damage to their skin.Continue reading “Do Cats Need Sunscreen ?”