What to look for when choosing a new canine household member. There’s nothing more exciting than welcoming a new canine to the family. However, when it comes to selecting a particular dog, knowing which breeds are more family-friendly than others can help prevent certain behavior or housekeeping issues from arising. In addition to researching size, daily care and grooming … [Read more...]
Bathing a Cat—Safely
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...]
Preparing for Your First Cat
What you need to do before your new feline comes home. The inevitable is finally happening; you are about to become a cat owner for the first time. When you bring that kitty into your home, you will join more than 47 million other cat owners in the U.S.[1] Cats are known for being easy keepers. They don’t require anywhere near the amount of work as a dog. However, even … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Pet Treat Cams
Five fun ways to stay connected with your pets when you’re away from home. Pet tech gadgets are growing in popularity because they enable owners to stay connected to their pets 24/7 from literally anywhere in the world via smartphone and tablet apps. And, understandably, the one tech gadget that is most popular with pets themselves are treat dispensing machines which pop out … [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...]