Cats may seem to live in the lap of luxury, spending the day sleeping as much as they’d like, enjoying regular meals, and perhaps prowling the neighborhood to keep busy or enjoying the comforts of remaining inside the house. But several health and behavioral issues in cats can be linked to environmental stressors such as [...]
Do your pets have trouble with itchy skin? Ever noticed your dog chewing at his feet? How about infected ears or inflamed skin, or even diarrhea? These can all be manifestations of allergies in dogs and cats. Allergies in pets are a common problem, and there are a variety of approaches to management. The very [...]
The Decision When a pet owner and a veterinarian decide that a pet’s health is failing and their quality of life is poor, the possibility of compassionately ending their life (also called euthanasia or “putting to sleep”) may be considered. Whether this is a decision arrived at gradually as a pet’s health declines with age, [...]
Wondering if pet insurance is worthwhile for your pet? Here’s an overview and some details to consider: Pet insurance is like any other insurance: There is a monthly or yearly basic cost, and a co-pay and/or deductible paid per-event. Just as human health insurance costs you “X” dollars per year and if you see the [...]
Where to Find a Kitten Haven't got your new kitty yet? Shelters and private rescue groups are bursting with kittens in the spring and summer. Check out petfinder.com for a start, or check out our page of local rescue and adoption groups. Ask the rescue group if their cats have been checked out by a [...]
Where to Find a Puppy Haven't got your new puppy yet? Of course there are loads of happy, healthy young dogs looking for homes from rescue groups or shelters. Even if you're looking for a specific breed or type of dog, with a little time and effort, you can probably still find a rescued dog [...]
Have you ever considered the differences between dog food and cat food? Or the differences between what our pet’s ancestors would have eaten, and what we feed them today? There is no species to whom this matters more than our feline friends. Both dogs and cats prefer to eat predominantly meat, but a cat’s physiology [...]