One thing many pet owners do not think about is how to make their pet comfortable at the veterinarian’s office or animal hospital. When an animal is sick or injured, it is scared and can turn aggressive, even towards the people it knows and loves. Your normally calm, friendly pet may turn on you or the doctor out of fear. While there is no guarantee an animal will remain calm or non-aggressive when you take it to the vet, there are some things you can do that may help keep things a bit under control and make your pet a bit comfortable. Read More»
Pets are part of the family. Animals have personalities, needs, and desires just like humans do. Unlike humans, they aren’t able to verbalize these desires using words. That means they’re reliant on their owners to provide them with all the things they need. As a pet owner, it’s your responsibility to look after your animal’s health. Here are four tips that will promote pet wellness.
1. Do your research.
If there’s anything you don’t know about pet care, you should be willing to research it. Read More»
Bad breath is a common condition in dogs, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be concerned. Bad breath can be a sign of a health problem that your dog needs to have treated. Like with humans, bad breath can come and go depending on what your dog eats, but if the condition is chronic, take your dog to a veterinarian for an examination. Here are some possible causes of bad breath in dogs. Read More»
From feeding and training, to grooming and ensuring they get plenty of exercise, caring for your dog can be overwhelming at times. Unfortunately, even with a good diet, lifestyle, and proper veterinary care, your dog may face issues that affect their underlying health and wellness. An unexplained weight loss, for instance, could be a sign of a serious condition. With this guide, you will learn a few common causes and solutions for unexplained weight loss in dogs. Read More»
Your cat will at one time or another become ill. Transporting them to the vet might be challenging when they’re doing well, but getting them over to a hospital for animals can be almost impossible. Try these transportation ideas to get your kitty out of the house and to a professional.
Ask for Medication
Sometimes, the easiest way to deal with a sickly cat is to medicate them for anxiety and discomfort. Read More»
Separation anxiety in a dog can be troublesome and tiring. Your dog may be clinging to you as you leave the house or may be causing problems at your house while you’re away. You have to leave your house from time to time and can’t always be home, so training your dog and doing some exercises to help your dog is a must. To help your dog with his or her separation anxiety read on for tips. Read More»
If you’ve recently fallen under the spell of the Maine Coon breed of cat, you probably can’t wait to welcome that new kitten into your home. Maine Coons are getting a lot of exposure on social media and other internet outlets, and their popularity as a pet has increased accordingly. However, many people are surprised when they bring a Maine Coon into their household because they don’t quite conform to the average person’s idea of traditional cat behavior. Read More»
While it’s perfectly normal for a cat to pass gas, which is simply air passing through the digestive system, it’s not normal for the accompanying smell to make you think there’s a skunk in your house. If your cat has a skunky smell, be it slight or overwhelming, there’s most likely something going on that should be brought to the attention of your veterinarian.
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It is a very sad day when you realize that you have to have a pet euthanized. You may have spent years with your pet or only several days before discovering that you had adopted or purchased a pet that was very ill. Some people actually adopt a pet with special needs, knowing that the animal does not have long to live, and wait for the animal to let the owner know it is time to let go. Read More»
While you expect a male cat who hasn’t been neutered yet to act wildly, if your feline friend has been “fixed” but still humps, thumps, and even jumps female cats he encounters, you’re probably a little dismayed. Acts like mounting your foot or leg, getting frisky with stuffed animals or pillows, and especially aggravating other animals can be annoying, to say the least. If this all sounds familiar, some tough love may be in order to help your promiscuous cat to finally calm down. Read More»
