If you listen closely, cats are continuously communicating with us in ways that we may not initially pick up on. Cats use their body and vocal tones to convey certain messages that can be easily missed if we do not pay attention. For instance, when their tail is standing erect and their fur is flat, […]
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These Animals Make Lousy Pets However Cute, Don’t Be Fooled
Many people love to bring home stray cats. However, not all stray cats are suitable to be pets. Specifically, feral cats should generally be avoided. Feral cats, otherwise known as wild cats, usually come out at night and are susceptible to a number of health issues. In general, most feral cats cannot become pet cats. […]
Hazards to Avoid While Baking Homemade Dog Treats
Many pet owners prefer to bake treats for their pets rather than buy them. It’s fun, saves money, and you know exactly what ingredients you are feeding your pet. But, there are a few hazards that can stand in the way of providing your pet with a healthy, nutritious, delicious snack and avoiding them at […]
The Surprising Truth About Socializing and Dog Parks
When a dog meets another dog, their reaction is normally either friendliness, fear, aggression, or disinterest. If your dog is fearful or aggressive, go to a veterinary behaviorist to determine the root cause of the behavior. Not all dogs do well at a dog park, and this is not the only way to socialize your […]
How to Bond With Your Cat: Nine Top Tips
Cats have their own unique personalities, and sometimes establishing the bond you want with your feline friend will take some effort. Cats will be more prone to approach humans who interact with and pay attention to them, but don’t push it if your kitty seems to not be in a mood to interact. Most cats […]
Guard the Fatty Foods, They Can Kill Certain Breeds
Acute canine pancreatitis can be caused by many things, but one of the most common causes is when a dog gets a large quantity of a fatty food. This can be an extremely dangerous disease for a dog: it proves fatal for over a quarter of dogs who have the disease. Symptoms include lip licking, […]
Is Your Vet Offering A1C Diabetes Testing to Monitor Your Pet’s Health?
A1C diabetes testing for your pet is recommended, but is it a test that you pet’s vet currently offers? Shockingly, the service is not provided by all vets, but it should be. This test detects pets that are at-risk for developing diabetes. With this information, the vet can begin taking the appropriate measures to protect […]
Pet Adoption Mistakes Too Many People Make, to Their Great Regret
Adopting a pet is a great way to add a furry friend to your home who needs your love and compassion. But, there are a multitude of mistakes that can be made during the pet adoption process that can make it much more complex and complicated than it needs to be. It is important to […]
Alert Issued About Doggy Bad Breath: Never, Ever Do This
Dogs breath can smell pretty bad and owners will do almost anything to freshen it, including using human toothpaste to brush their four-legged fiends teeth. But, this is something that no pet owner should do. In fact, many UK veterinarians ae issuing warnings to pet owners advising them against using human toothpaste on their pets. […]
Having A Pet Can Be Good For Your Kid’s Health In Surprisingly Important Ways
Having a pet can have major, long term benefits for kids’ health and development. Furry companions help to promote physical fitness and an emotional sense of purpose, and to lower stress. Playing or cuddling with pets can reduce cortisol and increase oxytocin, making kids calmer and less prone to anxiety. Pet ownership can improve kids’ […]