Pet Care Tips
Preparing Your Senior Pet for Winter: Joint Pain & Stiffness
Pet Care Tips 3 mins readAs the temperature drops, senior pets may face more than just chilly air and the need for more cuddles. Cold weather can actually worsen joint pain in senior pets and make it harder for them to move around as easily. Conditions like arthritis and general stiffness may become more prominent, especially as pets age, leading...
Read MoreAre small exotic pets the perfect match for your family?
Pet Care Tips 6 min readTiny and personable, small exotic pets like bunnies, hamsters, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and ferrets are becoming more common as household pets. However, there is often a misconception about these furkiddos. Many people think that they are easier to take care of, less demanding, and less costly than dogs or cats. But these little animals actually...
Read MoreRingworm treatment for cats and dogs
Pet Care Tips 4 min readThe saying: “it can get worse before it gets better” is very accurate when it comes to ringworm treatment for cats and dogs. Did you know that ringworm lesions can increase in the first days of treatment? Getting rid of these itchy circular lesions in your little one’s skin can also take time, so don’t...
Read MoreWhat Essential Oils Are Safe for Dogs and Cats?
Pet Care Tips 4 min readIf you’ve ever searched ‘what essential oils are safe for dogs and cats?’ this blog is for you. You may be a pet parent who wants to start making natural remedies right at home. We love the enthusiasm! However, remember that what works on us won’t necessarily have the same effects on our pets. Also,...
Read MoreHow long do dogs sleep?
Pet Care Tips 4 min readIt is quite common for first-time pet parents to ask themselves “how long do dogs sleep”? This is a valid concern, seeing as too much sleep and lethargy may be a sign that something is wrong. But not enough snooze time can lead to health issues. Know which signs to look out for and how...
Read MoreCat and Dog Enrichment Ideas
Pet Care Tips 4 min readAre you looking for cat and dog enrichment ideas to help improve your little one’s cognitive function? Cat and dog enrichment toys and activities are recommended for various moments and situations, including relieving stress and boredom. Dog Enrichment Ideas The idea of using dog enrichment toys to stimulate your little one is great, but they...
Read MoreDementia in Cats – Care Tips
Pet Care Tips 4 min readThere can never be too many internet videos of adorable cats meowing away. But if your little one suddenly becomes extremely vocal at old age, it may be a sign of dementia in cats. However, it can be a sign of other issues as well, so if you see any behavioral changes see a veterinarian...
Read MoreHow To Take Care of a Bird
Pet Care Tips 5 min readKeeping pet birds can be very rewarding but caring for them requires a lot of responsibilities. Before bringing a bird home, it is important to learn about them and how to take care of a bird. Birds are a group of warm-blooded vertebrates constituting the class Aves characterized by feathers, toothless beaked jaws, the laying...
Read MoreWhy is My Bird Plucking His Feathers?
Pet Care Tips 3 min readIf you have a feathered companion, chances are you’ve heard of, or sadly have experience with feather plucking or feather picking. It is important to answer the question “why is my bird plucking his feathers?” in order to help them stop. Why do birds pluck their feathers? Feather plucking behavior is also known as pterotillomania....
Read MoreCat Eating Poop? Here’s What To Do
Pet Care Tips 4 min readYou may be asking yourself ‘why is my cat eating poop?’ Whether it’s their own or someone else’s, this behavior is totally gross! As a pet parent, you may be wondering what you can do to curb this behavior or if there are ways to prevent this habit. So, let’s get into the nitty-gritty. Do...
Read MoreHypoallergenic Cat: Pet Experts Expose The Truth
Pet Care Tips 3 min readYou may be one of those unlucky people that is super allergic to cats but has always wanted one! But wait, what about hypoallergenic cats? You may be wondering what the hype is and if there is any truth to this claim! Keep reading to find out more! Does a hypoallergenic cat really exist? A...
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