Pet Care Tips

Ever looked out the window to see your cat or dog helping out with the landscaping duties by eating the grass? Do they get sick afterward? It may seem strange to see, but don’t panic just yet. There are many reasons why our pets eat grass, and many of them are natural and common. Let’s...

Want your little lion to experience the great outdoors, but scared that it may put them in danger? We can help! Here are some nifty ideas to get your feline friend outside, while still being an indoor cat. We know that some spaces are easier to convert than others, but hopefully, you will find something...

The sun is here and you’re all geared up with your flip flops and cotton tees. But what’s your prep for your furry kids? Especially the ones with grey muzzles and slightly limping. Winter is a harsh time for them, but did you know summer means extra care too? Here’s a handy summer checklist for pet parents with...

Our lovely furry companions might have some pretty gross behaviors, but let’s face it, seeing our dogs eat poop is at the top of the list for most of us. So, if our dogs are not doing it just to gross us out, then why do they do it at all? Stool eating, aka coprophagy,...

There are plenty of things you can do at home to keep your pets healthy. Giving them the right amount (and the right kind) of food is one thing. They also need exercise that’s appropriate for their age and animal type. Plus, affection is what really makes pets part of the family. But there’s one...

A wagging tail means a dog likes you. A soft purr means a cat is happy. But who decided that every tail wag is friendly and every purr is happy? Here are some common myths that pet parents have. You’ll find answers to some perplexing questions about pet parenting here. Myth Asparagus can be dangerous...

They say dogs have masters, but cats? Cats have staff. They keep us humans occupied with their furry needs. They’ve got a set routine and they like things clean. (Unless they’re shredding toilet paper.) This is why abnormal cat behavior like urinating outside the litter box always means something deeper. You’ll have to do some...

As our pets age, they may develop some type of vision loss or in some cases have total blindness. It’s very stressful for any pet parent to witness their beloved dog or cat becoming blind and the disorientation that comes with it. Pets may yowl or bark at night, bump into objects, or have difficulty...

When you are completely taken in by those puppy dog eyes, do not feel fooled – that is their scientific purpose! Did you know scientists have found that a loving gaze between a pet and their parent strengthens the bond between the two? Being able to see into your beloved pet’s eyes is very important...

Lymphoma is one of the most common types of cancer in both cats and dogs. It is generally seen in middle-aged to older cats and dogs. Dog breeds such as Bullmastiffs, Boxers, St. Bernards, and Basset Hounds seem to be at higher risk, as well as cats with the Feline Leukemia Virus. Unfortunately, the cause...