Oct 31
Autumn Pet Care Now that autumn is well underway, the weather is cooler, holidays are around the corner, and some of us will prepare for winter. While seasonal changes are beautiful and herald happy celebrations, they also bring about a few concerns regarding your pets. 1. Beware of anti-freeze! Ingesting antifreeze is lethal for …
Oct 24
Fun Facts About Your Pet’s Whiskers Whiskers are amazing! They’re not just there for looks. Whiskers—for which the technical term is “vibrissae”—are a specialized type of hair found in many mammals, including cats and dogs. The long, stiff hairs, which are thicker than normal hairs and tapered at the tips, aid a cat’s or dog’s sense …
Oct 17
Nutritional Needs for Senior Cats Cats begin go to show visible age-related changes at about seven to twelve years of age. A senior cat may start to become less active, spend more time indoors and have a slower metabolism. These changes can all add up to weight gain for your cat. Equally, as cats reach …
Oct 10
The Basics of Feline Nutrition Because nutrition is one of the most essential keys to your cat’s health and longevity, one of your most important responsibilities as a cat owner is to be able to provide your cat with the necessary required nutrients for her growth and life maintenance. There is a significant difference between …
Oct 03
How Dogs Sense Our Emotions If you are a dog owner and have a close, loving bond with your pup, you have probably wondered if he can read your mind or know what kind of mood you are feeling. Does he get clingy when you’re depressed or feeling sick? When you have an argument with …
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