Cheri Wilson
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Sep 11
The Best Way To Introduce A Dog To A Cat
The Best Way To Introduce A Dog And Cat Whether you already have a dog and are considering getting a cat, or vice versa, it is very important to think about their first introduction. By letting a loose cat and an off-leash dog meet each other in an open room for the first time, …
Aug 31
CPR For Dogs And Cats
CPR FOR PETS Do you know what to do if your pet stops breathing? Knowing a few emergency procedures if your dog or cat is choking, or having difficulty breathing, could save your pet’s life because you may not have time to get to a vet. Here are the steps for doing CPR on a …
Aug 22
Providing For Your Pet’s Future Without You
Protect Your Pet’s Future Because pets usually have shorter life spans than their human caregivers, you may have planned for your animal friend’s passing. But what if you are the one who becomes ill or incapacitated, or who dies first? As a responsible pet owner, you provide your pet with food and water, shelter, veterinary …
Aug 09
Cats And Catnip
Cats And Catnip Catnip, catmint, catwort, field balm — it doesn’t matter what you call it. Lions, tigers, panthers, and your common domestic tabby just can’t seem to get enough of this fragrant herb. Most people owned by cats have heard of catnip and are aware that many kitties go crazy for the stuff. Things …
Aug 01
Bloat In Dogs – Treatment And Prevention
Bloat In Dogs – Treatment And Prevention What is Bloat in Dogs? Bloat, also known as gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) complex, is a serious and life-threatening medical and surgical emergency. It occurs when a dog’s stomach becomes bloated because it’s full of food, foreign material, excess gas, fluid, or foam. It can happen very quickly and …
Jul 23
Saving Money On Your Pet’s Medical Care
How To Save Money On Your Pet’s Medical Care If you’ve taken your pet to the veterinarian lately, you must have realized that medical care for them is becoming as expensive as medical care for humans. Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine there’s almost no limit to what can be done for your pet, and with current economic conditions, …
Jul 10
Adopting A Senior Dog
Good Reasons To Adopt A Senior Dog According to most veterinarians, a dog falls into the “senior” category around age seven. The size of a dog, however, affects this categorization. Smaller dogs mature slower and become seniors later in life than larger dogs (see chart at the end of this article). Animal shelters and rescue …
Jul 03
Storing Your Pet’s Food Safely
SAFETY TIPS ON HOW TO STORE YOUR DOG OR CAT’S FOOD PROPERLY We all want to feed our pets healthy, wholesome food, but could the food you serve your furry companion be stale, or even (heaven forbid) rancid? Have you ever stopped to think about the impact of improper food storage on your companion’s health? …
Jun 19
Is Your Dog A Picky Eater?
How To Get Your Picky Dog To Eat All pet parents know that the way to a dog’s heart is through their stomach, but what do you do if you have a picky eater? First, it’s important to rule out any health issues that may be affecting your dog’s appetite. Sore teeth and gums, allergies, …
Jun 05
Storm Phobia In Dogs
Calming Your Dog During A Storm It can be heartbreaking to watch: Even before the first clap of thunder, otherwise well-behaved dogs begin to pace, pant, cling to their owners, hide in the closet, or jam themselves behind the toilet. In severe cases, they’ll claw through drywall, chew carpets, or break through windows in their escalating panic. …
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