Feline Lower Urinary Tract Diseases
Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease is a denomination used to describe an array of medical conditions that affect the urethra and bladder of cats. While it can be seen in felines of all ages, it is more common in older and middle-aged cats, especially those that get little to no exercise, are a bit overweight, […]
Cat Vomiting – Causes, Treatment and Prevention
One of the most common problems of cats is vomiting on a regular basis. If your feline buddy has been experiencing such issues and you don’t know why that might be, perhaps this article might reveal several probable causes you should know about. We’ll also discuss the treatment of this symptom, as well as the […]
Renal Failure in Cats | Treating and Preventing Kidney Disease
Your cat’s kidneys are in charge with doing many important things from making hormones to managing your pet’s blood pressure and even stimulating the bone marrow to create more red blood cells. Removing waste from the animal’s blood is also performed by your cat’s kidneys. Unfortunately, as your pet ages, so does his or her […]
My Dog Is Throwing up Bile | What Does Yellow Foam Mean
Is your dog vomiting yellow foam? If that’s the case, what does it mean? Is it something serious, do you have to take him or her to the vet? Let’s find out the answers to these questions in this article. Why Is Your Dog Vomiting? There are a lot of reasons why dogs vomit, and […]
How Can I Tell if My Cat is Sick
Telling that your pet is sick can be somewhat difficult for a variety of reasons. If your cat or dog is young and you never were a pet parent before, you might not know what signs you should be on the lookout for. Besides, animals don’t have the ability to tell you what’s wrong or […]
Can Dogs Eat Turkey | Raw, Cooked and Turkey Bones
For many families, Thanksgiving is all about the turkey. More than enough hours go into the roasting and the basting, and after the feast has ended, there are turkey casseroles, turkey sandwiches, and a variety of other leftovers to be consumed over the next days. Slipping your dog a little turkey both on Thanksgiving Day […]
Why do Cats Knead?
Kneading is one of the most common behaviors noticed in domestic cats, where the feline pushes both in and out with its front paws and alternates between the left and the right. Some cats will perform this motion on soft surfaces, some will do it on their beloved human companions, whereas others will even do […]
Being Pregnant and Owning a Cat | The Truth about Toxoplasmosis
Toxoplasmosis can be a serious medical condition for both humans and their feline companions. If you are planning on becoming pregnant and you are a cat parent, you might want to check out the list of aspects highlighted below. Most people know that toxoplasmosis can be dangerous for pregnant women, and many times, they will […]
Is It Safe to Give Your Cat Glucosamine
Both glucosamine and chondroitin have been used to treat (and alleviate the symptoms of) osteoarthritis in Europe for several decades. Recently, veterinarians and physicians in North America have started to prescribe this product to their patients, too, and the results are excellent. If you own an older cat or your feline companion is suffering from […]
Why do Cats Purr | What it Means, Why do they Do it?
There’s no doubt that purring is one of the most common sounds that cats make. We know little to nothing about chirping, chattering, or hissing, but we might know even less about purring. Most cat owners tend to think that their beloved pets purr only when they are content. The truth is that it’s a […]
Why Do Cats Eat Grass
Does your kitty have the habit of snacking on grass? Should that bother you or make you worried that something else is happening and that your feline companion doesn’t just have a personal preference for the green stuff? In this article, we will look at some of the reasons cats eat grass, and we’ll also […]
Puppies Aim to Please
Bringing your new puppy home is an experience to look forward to, especially if you haven’t had a dog before. However, there are many things to consider to make sure that the pet grows up into a healthy and happy adult dog. One of these is the way that you will interact with your new […]
Can I give my Dog Benadryl
One of the most common over-the-counter anti-allergy medications that the veterinarian might recommend for your dog is Benadryl. In this article, we will look at what it is, what it does, and whether or not it has side effects, as well as what these can be. Dogs do not experience allergies as we, humans, do. […]
Dog Vomiting – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Dogs can vomit for a variety of reasons, and while the cause of this health problem matters, without a doubt, it’s often less important than the overall development of the condition. The color and consistency of the vomited material are essential and can tell you what’s wrong with the pooch. In this article, we’ll look […]
Hairballs in Cats | Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Hairballs can be as much of a nuisance for your cat as they can be for you (and that’s because every respectable cat parent will start worrying about them). Sooner or later, your lovely feline companion will feel the need to eliminate a hairball in some way or the other, and if the animal can’t […]