Pet lovers have all weighed the decision of adopting another pet, or leaving it at one (or two or three). It becomes more complicated when adding a cat to a dog’s family and vice versa. The phrase ‘fighting like cats and dogs’ started for a reason. Cats and dogs don’t...
Did you know that cats usually only meow for us? They realized we’re not very good at reading their signals, so they learned to get our attention with vocalizations. Let’s take a closer look at how cats communicate and how to understand what your cat is trying to tell...
Taking care of our furry friends is all about making decisions. Like choosing the right toys, the healthiest food, and how to feed them. But some topics have more debate, like free feeding vs. scheduled feeding. How do you know which one is right for your pet? We...
With flea and tick season starting up again around the country, you might have noticed talk about the safety of flea and tick collars. Many flea and tick products contain active ingredients with warnings like “harmful if swallowed” and “keep out of reach of...
While we might love a spooky holiday, sometimes Halloween can be a bit much for our furry friends. It’s especially hard on dogs that are family-focused and not very fond of strangers. Even if it’s only kids dressed up in cute costumes, the ringing doorbell or knocks...
No one wants to think about their pet getting lost. But accidents will happen, and if your pet ever goes missing, you’ll want to get them back as quickly as possible. There are many things you can do to make finding them easier. Taking a few precautions, like getting...
Aside from making them look majestic when walking across high or narrow things, tails are essential for your cat’s daily life. They provide balance for leaps and jumps as well as sensory input. Cats also use their tails to communicate. In fact, you can tell a lot...
Trimming your dog’s nails is not just for aesthetics—it also keeps their feet healthy. Just like brushing your pet’s teeth is important, so is taking care of their paws. Long nails could harm you, your pup, and your floors or furniture. Here’s why regular nail...
Walking your dog is an important part of keeping them happy and healthy. Exercise keeps their bodies fit and provides socialization. But sometimes going for a walk can feel like a drag—quite literally if you have a dog who likes to pull—or if walks tend to make them...
Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) is a highly contagious disease that can be deadly for some cats. It is a retrovirus that is similar to HIV in humans. Once a cat tests positive, they will have the disease for the rest of their life. FIV is transmitted from close...
