The right treats can help keep your cat’s teeth and gums clean and healthy – but the wrong ones can worsen her dental health. Here’s how to know the difference. Dental problems are common in cats. But the good news is, prevention is easy. In fact, keeping her teeth and gums healthy is as simple […]
Although cats must eat a meat-based diet in order to thrive, you can also add in some veggies and fruit for extra nutrition. Because they’re obligate carnivores, cats have to eat meat in order to stay healthy. But that doesn’t mean you can’t share certain veggies and fruits with your kitty. In fact, they can […]
Pay attention to the condition of your dog or cat’s skin. As his largest and hardest-working organ, it can tell you a lot about his overall health and well-being. Your dog or cat’s skin is his largest and hardest-working organ. It protects him from the elements, helps regulate his body temperature, and allows him to […]
Your dog or cat should see the veterinarian at least once a year for a check-up. Let’s take a look at what an annual veterinary exam entails. Regular check-ups are as important to our dogs and cats as they are to us. An annual veterinary exam establishes baseline testing when the animal is healthy, and […]
Cats don’t like change, so it’s not surprising that moving is one of their top stressors. If you’re moving house, take these tips along to help ensure your kitty withstands the transition as smoothly as possible. Moving house is a stressful life event — or at the very least, a major hassle, even if […]
If you’re allergic to your cat, does that mean you have to get rid of him? By no means. Making some changes to your lifestyle, and your cat’s, can help fix the problem. Sneezing, a runny nose, and watery itchy eyes. Your doctor says you’re allergic to your cat. But don’t panic – this doesn’t […]
As an obligate carnivore, your cat is a hunter at heart. Research that explores the intersection between their hunting and eating habits is changing how we feed our kitties – and has a positive impact on feline health and behavior. Like most domestic animals, your kitty probably eats from a bowl or dish at set […]
Supplementing with digestive enzymes enhances the health and well-being of your canine and feline companion in many crucial ways. “Man is not nourished by what he swallows, but by what he digests and uses,” wrote Hippocrates. This is true for all creatures, including dogs and cats – and an important part of what determines that […]
Defined as an adverse reaction to a shot, vaccinosis can affect dogs and cats in various ways, from mild to severe. Dogs and cats sometimes react negatively to vaccination, just as we humans do. This phenomenon is termed vaccinosis, and reactions can range from mild lethargy or a temporary loss of appetite, to severe conditions […]
Inappetence can have many underlying causes, from physical to behavioral. Here are some common reasons your dog or cat may lose her appetite, along with tips to tempt her to eat. One of the clearest signs that something isn’t quite right with your dog and cat is when she goes off her food. A loss […]
