How to help your felines stay clean without causing harm to them—or you. The reality of being an ailurophile is that sometimes you have to bathe your cat; and the hard truth is that most felines don’t like being in water. For the most part, cats are pretty good at keeping themselves neat and tidy. Being super flexible, they can reach almost any spot, and don’t like to … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Handicapped Pet Gear
There is a variety of products that can help disabled pets live full, active lives. Providing a home for a disabled dog or cat is a kind and generous deed. Whether your pet had a handicap when you adopted him or developed one after he was already a member of your family, you know that disabled animals give just as much love and joy to their human family members as fully … [Read more...]
Novel Protein Pet Foods
New and different ingredients can help ease your concerns about food allergies in your dog and/or cat. A walk down the dog or cat food aisle at your local pet store can reveal a multitude of unusual ingredients. Labels run the gamut from lamb to salmon to turkey, with appearances by bison, rabbit, venison, duck and even kangaroo, ostrich and unagi (eel). Some pet foods also … [Read more...]
Keeping Dogs and Cats Cool
How to prevent your pets from overheating during the hot "dog days" of summer. Do your pets seem to have an uncanny ability to find the warmest spot in the house? And do you wonder, as they is basking in the sun during the hottest part of July, if they are getting too hot? Some of the signs a cat might show if he becomes overheated include “… open-mouth breathing and … [Read more...]
How to Find the Right Veterinarian
Establishing criteria beforehand will help you choose the best healthcare provider for your pets. Adopting a dog or cat involves more than just bringing a new pet into your home. There are many things to consider, including finding a qualified local veterinarian for your new pet(s). Selecting a veterinarian out of the myriad listings online can be a daunting task. To help, … [Read more...]
Why All Dogs Should Eat Wild Blueberries
Benefits of Wild Blueberries for Dogs The start of summer means more fruits and vegetables are in season. When browsing the blueberry section, choose wild blueberries for your dog’s food stuffed toy (and your daily smoothie). Here are the benefits of wild blueberries for dogs, and why they should eat wild blueberries several times a week. Wild Blueberries vs. … [Read more...]
How to Stop a Dog From Eating Too Fast
Stop Your Dog From Eating Too Fast If your dog inhales his food like a Hover vacuum cleaner, then you know the struggle. Eating too fast can result in choking, gagging, vomiting and swallowing excessive air, which causes bloating (accumulation of gas in the stomach). So it’s important to slow down your dog’s eating habits. For the most part, I’ve always shared my home … [Read more...]
Could Your Dog Be a Blood Donor?
Just like humans, canines sometimes need life-saving blood transfusions. Did you know that dogs have different blood types? Canine blood types are determined by elements in the blood known as dog erythrocyte antigens (DEA). While scientists have discovered at least a dozen different types of blood based on DEAs, vets consider DEA 4 to be the universal type. When a dog needs a … [Read more...]