We all know how much fun our pets are! When Fido chases a tennis ball or Fluffy goes after a feather wand, it’s fun for everyone involved. But is playing more important than just hanging out? You bet it is! Here is the low-down on why playing with our furry friends is beneficial for all
Going for a walk or hike with your dog is a great way to get some exercise and experience nature up close. However, close encounters with wildlife can be scary. You may be thinking, “There are no bears (wolves, coyotes, or puma) in my area.” However, every part of our country has wildlife that is
We’ve read all sorts of conflicting information about how our beloved felines see the world, so we’ve decided to take a closer look at cat eyes. Your cat will be the first to tell you that she’s superior in every way to all other species, and while this is mostly true, their eyes and vision
What should you do if Sadie is fully house trained and starts having accidents inside? Management is the key to understanding what is going on. First, you need to assess the situation. Are you taking your buddy out frequently enough? As Sadie gets older, she’ll probably need to go out more often. Sometimes we get
You bet it is, in more ways than one. This year the risk of vector-borne diseases is very high. CAPC (Companion Animal Parasite Council) has released its 2022 forecast, and they expect the incidence of these diseases to be higher than average. This includes: Lyme, Ehrlichiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Heartworm. These diseases, spread by ticks and
When you call Mittens, what happens? Does she come, or does she choose to ignore you? We’ve heard many people (non-cat owners) say that cats don’t know their names like dogs do. Several studies have proved that cat owners are right; of course, their kitty knows her name and she will, occasionally, when she feels
Most of us understand that we need to pick up after our pooches and poopy bags make the task more convenient when we are out and about. But are poopy bags ecologically sound? Ask Kermit the Frog – it’s not easy being green. Many waste bags are made from plastic, so the short-term convenience has
We love our pets so much it’s painful to think that we may be aggravating them without realizing it. As much as they love us, even our best friends have limits. Go over this list and see if you may have inadvertently antagonized your best friend (don’t worry, they have big hearts and will forgive
March is National Pet Poison Prevention Month Nothing is worse than when you arrive home to find a half-eaten sleeve of sugarless gum or a bag of chocolate or your Amaryllis plant stripped of a flower or a leaf. Telltale signs of potential pet poisoning, your stomach drops to the floor, is your beloved pet
Seasonal shedding is completely normal for pets, but in some cases, a cat may frequently scratch herself or even have bald spots. Hair and fur loss, called alopecia, is actually a common problem for cats. This can refer to full or partial fur loss, and various health issues can cause it. Here are some of
