Nov 07
The Benefits of Pet Massage Everyone knows that petting and scratching dogs or cats is one of the great pleasures in life, for the pets and for their devoted people. When we pet and scratch them, we can see much our fur babies enjoy it. Petting, scratching and rubbing are aspects of pet massage, but they …
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 …
Sep 26
Tips For Camping With Your Dog If you are thinking about taking your dog camping, keep in mind that there are many advantages to sharing the great outdoors with your pet. Camping is an excellent way for people and their dogs to get away from the stressors of life and relax, and it helps strengthen …
Sep 19
Taking Your Dog Shopping I think most of us would agree that shopping with a friend is much more fun than shopping alone. Dog lovers already know that a trip to the store with our four-legged buddies is particularly awesome when they are allowed to come with us. There are some major retailers that are …
Sep 12
How to Control Separation Anxiety in Dogs Separation anxiety in dogs is a common problem and it can affect most breeds. It is your dog’s panicked response to being left alone and the results can be devastating. The destruction of your belongings and the deterioration of your dog’s health can be serious issues. Separation anxiety …
Sep 05
Feline Separation Anxiety Separation anxiety is a well-recognized issue in dogs, but many do not realize that cats can experience it, as well. Conventional wisdom tells us that cats are aloof, independent, and solitary creatures who don’t need companionship, but this is not so. In truth, cats are highly social with the ability to form …
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