Dogs and Health Benefits
Any dog owner can tell you that there are many benefits to having a best friend. However, there are many other benefits as well to having a loyal pet. Dogs have been a part of the human experience for many years and are excellent companions for people. There are many...
Turtle Tank Guide
A proper turtle habitat is key to keeping them healthy. This is where your pet will spend most of their lives and it needs to be the best home it can be for your turtle. Here is a guide to make sure your turtle has the nicest place possible CHOOSING A TANK The...
What Do Snakes Eat?
Snakes are carnivores. They eat meat only. They are also predators. They eat other animals. However, they do not spend all their time slithering around in the wild searching for mice to eat. Some days they just sunbathe all day. While some snakes do eat mice or rats...
Demodectic Mange in Dogs
Mange (demodicosis) is an inflammatory disease in dogs caused by the Demodex mite. When the number of mites on the hair follicles and skin of a dog rapidly increase, it can lead to skin lesions, skin infections and hair loss (alopecia). The severity of the symptoms...
5 Holiday Plants that are Toxic for Pets
Holiday Decorating begins earlier and earlier every year. Garland, Christmas trees, lights, candles and even plants adorn homes around the world this time of year. While plants are gorgeous to place in and around the home each holiday season, you should know that...
How To Ensure Your Cats Golden Years are the Best
An older cat requires special care. As an owner, you have had your kitty companion on your lap and purring for a long time and as a cat ages, an owner needs to be more aware of a cat’s health. A healthy cat is a happy cat and as a cat owner, the responsibilities and...
What Are the Best Dog Breeds for Introverts
Dogs come in many varieties and some of these are more outgoing than others. If you like to come home and you want to be able to unwind, you are going to want one of the calmer breeds that is going to want to be a part of your lifestyle. There are many out there that...
Bath Time for Reptiles
Reptiles can absorb water through their skin. They have permeable skin. Reptiles can stay hydrated by simply soaking in water and absorbing it via their skin. Reptiles in the wild will bathe themselves, but captive reptiles kept as pets require a little consideration...
Pet-Pleasing Holiday Gifts: Shopping Tips for the Dog or Cat in Your Life
With Halloween in the past and Thanksgiving looming, the Christmas shopping season is in full swing and it’s time to put together your holiday shopping list. If there’s a pet in the family, or in a family you’re buying for, you may not be planning to spring for canine...
8 Things You Must Consider When Adopting a Cat
Everyone knows not to give a cat as a gift but there are a lot of things you need to keep in mind as a person who is adopting a cat. Here are suggestions that need to be considered for those who are would-be adopters. Make sure a Cat is Welcome by Everyone...
How Can I Protect My Pet From Dangerous Blue Algae?
One of the many headlines that keeps popping up recently is that there have been algal blooms that may have the potential to kill your pet. According to NOAA, there are many issues with the algae, and it may be a part of every US costal state. What that means is that...
How to Kitten Proof Your Home
When you bring a new kitten into your home, you are doing something that is very special. You will see that this is a very special thing to do. However, it must be noted that when you have a small creature, that means that you are dependent on keeping your pet safe,...
Should I Let My Dog Eat Table Scraps
It may be tempting to let your pet eat table scraps on a regular basis. A part of this is that they are going to be staring at you during the meal and that means you may be thinking about giving them a treat. The issue with that though, is that a lot of the foods that...
How Can I Show My Pet I am Thankful?
Thanksgiving is just around the corner. It is that time of year where we show the people and pets in our lives just how much they mean to us. We often express our love and gratitude with food, when it comes to our human family. It may be tempting to do the same with...
The End of Daylight Savings and your Dog
The End of Daylight Savings is not that far away! That means it’s time to start preparing your dog to “fall back”. With a little preparation in the days or weeks leading up to the end of Daylight Savings, you can save you and your dog a little less angst later on. ...
How To Prepare Your Pet For Halloween Safety Tips
Best Halloween Safety Tips for Your Pets 8 of Them We love our pets; it is also a very scary time for them on Halloween. The reason for that is all the costumes as well as the doorbells. There are also many treats out there that are toxic for pets and these can make...
Keeping Your Dog Safe on Halloween
Can I Take My Dog Trick Or Treating? Do you want your dog to celebrate Halloween with you and your family? If so, you should think ahead about how you can keep your dog safe while engaging in a spooky good time! Can your dog be easily identified and contained...
How You Can Celebrate Halloween With Your Pet
Halloween is one of those times that can be a lot of fun but can also be scary. Since you have pets that are not the symbol of the day like cats, they are going to want to have fun too. What can you do to make the holiday fun for your dog? Here are some suggestions....