If you have a new puppy in your home, you’re probably hoping that it will start sleeping through the night soon. Having a new puppy in the home is a lot like having a new baby. Lots of sleepless nights, followed by daytime exhaustion. Luckily, the sleepless nights won’t last forever. With some tender loving care and gentle persuasion, your puppy will soon be sleeping through the night. Here are four suggestions you can follow that will make the process easier. Read More»
If you’ve recently added a furry kitten to your family, it’s time to accident-proof your home. Kittens are about as accident-prone as human toddlers are. Kittens are naturally curious creatures, which means dangers can lurk around every corner of your home. While you don’t need to child-proof your kitchen cabinets, or put a safety latch on your refrigerator, there are still some safety precautions you’ll need to take to protect your kitten. Read More»
One of the easiest ways to find a companion is to purchase a dog. Although you will be living with an animal, he or she can help you to fight the feeling of loneliness that sometimes comes with living alone. However, if you have never owned a dog before, you must keep in mind that there are several things that must be done to keep your pet healthy. If you are in need of guidance for your particular breed of dog, you should start taking him or her to a veterinarian as soon as you make the purchase. Read More»
If your cat is pregnant, you are no doubt eagerly expecting your kitty’s new arrivals. However, it is important for you to know what to do when your cat is preparing to deliver her babies, as well as immediately after your cat gives birth. Read this basic primer to understand what you should and shouldn’t do while your cat is going from getting ready to give birth to taking care of her new kittens. Read More»
Guinea pigs make lovely pets, with their cute personalities and soft fur. Though they are small and live in cages, they do require careful and regular care in order to keep them healthy. To ensure your guinea pig does not end up in the vet’s office, make sure you avoid these common care mistakes.
Mistake #1: Using cedar or pine bedding.
Though some companies do market cedar bedding for pets like guinea pigs, it is not the best thing to be using. Read More»
If you’ve ever had a tooth ache, you can probably to the pain this can cause, but did you know that dogs can also have toothaches? Dogs can get toothaches for a number of reasons, and you will need to know what to watch for in order to know if your dog has tooth problems. Here are three things you should realize about dogs and the dental problems they can have. Read More»
Your dog is a part of the family. So it’s only natural to do everything in your power to keep him or her safe. While accidents can happen any time of year, summer can be a particularly risky time for your dog. Fortunately, many of these accidents can be prevented if you know what to do. Here are a few potential threats to your canine as well as simple tricks you can implement to avoid a trip to the emergency vet this summer. Read More»
When a parasite infects your dog, you have good reasons to be worried. A parasite infection can cause a litany of problems for your dog and by extension, you. There’s nothing worse than worrying yourself sick over a problem with your beloved pet. There are a number of parasites that can infect your dog, and you should know what they are and the symptoms your dog will exhibit if infected. Read More»
The number of overweight dogs in the United States keeps rising. According to a 2012 survey conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 52.5 percent of dogs in the country are obese. While a chubby pooch might look adorable, the extra weight is not good for his health. Obesity can increase a dog’s likelihood of diabetes, heart disease and other chronic health conditions. If your dog is carrying extra weight, it is not too late to do something about it. Read More»
