Author: Joseph Abbott
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How to Get Rid of Cat Smell
Cats are lovable, cute, quirky, funny, and just adorable, but they do bring that cat smell into the home, whether you want it or not. We love our funny felines, but it is also to keep the house smelling fresh—and we don’t mean by dousing the entire house with air fresheners. There are several areas…
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Pet Allergies & How to Alleviate Them
Pets, like people, can have allergic reactions, and as an owner, there are several things that you can keep in mind and do in order to help your companion animal’s allergies under control. Unfortunately, many pet owners are not aware that their furry friends are also susceptible to have allergic reactions to pollen or other…
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How to Select the Best Pet Insurance
Pet insurance, like traditional health insurance, is used to cover the cost of injuries and illness. There are a variety of companies which offer pet insurance, so it is important to understand what is the most suitable coverage for your needs. There are many coverage types which pet owners can select from, and each of…
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Italian Greyhound Facts
Italian greyhounds are believed to have originated over 2,000 years ago in the region that today is Greece and Turkey. The Italian greyhound is an affectionate breed, and requires lots of attention, and has the tendency to become withdrawn or hyper (or even both) if it does not get enough companionship. They are comfortable around…
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Muscular Dystrophy in Dogs & Cats
Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder which results in muscle deterioration due to low amounts of dystrophin. Muscular dystrophy is not a curable disease, but treatments have been developed which can reduce the speed at which muscle deterioration occurs. The rate at which muscular dystrophy progresses, the muscles it affects, and when it occurs depend…
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Seizure Detection Dogs
Service animals have been around for some time, but seizure-alert dogs are a more recent development. Dogs started being used for detecting seizure in the mid-nineties. Able to warn those suffering from epilepsy of an approaching attack minutes (and sometimes hours) before they occur, seizure warning dogs can be life savers. Even a few minutes…
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Rhinitis & Sinusitis in Dogs
There are two types of nasal problems that can sometimes be misdiagnosed by pet owners. The two types of infection are rhinitis and sinusitis. Rhinitis is the inflammation of the nasal tissue, while sinusitis refers to the inflammation of the nasal passage. Both conditions cause the discharge of mucus, so rhinitis can be mistaken for…
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Is Positive Reinforcement Training Always the Answer?
Most of our readers are likely familiar with positive reinforcement training, which at the most basic level is when a trainer provides positive reinforcement in the form of praise, treats, or other undesirable in return for desired behavior exhibited by the subject. The repetition of this process instills in the trainee the desired behaviors and…
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Common Causes for Diarrhea in Pets
For the most part, dogs and cats who eat balanced diets and get good exercise generally stay in decently good health. However, some pets have irritable bowels and are always suffering from gastrointestinal discomfort. If your dog or cat seems to be running to the litter box, potty patch, or out the doggy door many…
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Pet Food Recall: Blue Buffalo Dog Food Recall
As of May 31st, 2016, the Blue Buffalo Company located in Connecticut has announced that they will be recalling their Life Protection Formula Dog Food product. The recall was determined due to the presence of what is described as “excessive moisture and mold” in the food. The below product has been included in the recall:…