Category: Tips & How Tos
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Breaking Bad Habits: Keeping Your Cat off the Kitchen Counters
Some cat breeds are so sociable, that they like to be a part of whatever you are doing. If you are reading, they like to snuggle on your lap; if you are cooking, they like to sit on the counter with you. What may have begun as a sweet display of devotion quickly becomes an…
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When to Use Elizabethan Collars
Often called the “cones of shame,” Elizabethan collars are a far cry from the royal adornments of the Renaissance Era. The thin plastic cone clasps around a pet’s neck in order to remove their ability to reach parts of their bodies with their mouths. When a dog or cat wears the plastic cone around their…
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How to Identify Your Pet’s Food Allergy
Watching a pet suffer through the uncomfortable symptoms associated with food allergies can be very discouraging. Since dogs and cats may be affected by various kinds of non-food allergies and seemingly incalculable potential food allergies, it can be difficult to know how to solve the problem. Pet owners may begin by determining if the pet…
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How To Protect Your Dog From Thieves
Not every neighborhood has a fur-obsessed villain like Cruella DeVille stalking dogs, however pet theft still does occur. A survey conducted by the American Kennel Club showed that there were over 500 reports of canine thefts in 2013 alone, which is over a 30% increase from 2012. With domestic pet thefts becoming more common, dog…
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7 Things You Can Do to Extend Your Dog’s Life
Since most dogs sustain a cheerful demeanor, it can be difficult to tell if there are things we can do differently to improve their lifestyle. Once the essential requirements for a happy canine life are covered (through nutrition, exercise, play, toys, training, healthcare, and other elements of pet care), there are a few minor adjustments…
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Tips on Preparing a Dog for a New Baby
Adding a family member is a serious adjustment for everyone involved. Whether a new pet or a new person, everyone must make room for and accept the challenges and changes that come along with the new arrival. One of the biggest transitions a family can have is the addition of a newborn baby. Schedules shift,…
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How to Clean a Litter Box
Arguably one of the most distasteful aspects of owning a cat is having to deal with the stinky litter. Folks, there is a reason “cat smell” is so repugnant! Not only does the waste have a nauseating odor, but there are harmful toxins that can be dangerous for humans to handle. Most cat owners endanger…
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5 Ways to Bond With a Shy Cat
Most felines tend to be aloof or even suspicious of humans at first. When a cat is adopted or is brought into an unfamiliar home, adjusting can be difficult, and learning to trust a human often takes time. Learn how to speed up the process of bonding with a shy cat by using these 5…
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Treating Hip Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia occurs from damage created in joint malformation and strain, and is a painful condition for dogs and cats. Fortunately, though many pet parents allow their animals to live untreated, there are several methods of addressing hip dysplasia both medically and surgically. However one of the best ways to combat hip dysplasia is to…
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How To Prevent Hip Dysplasia
Preventing a disease is always preferable to treating one that has already developed. Dogs and cats that suffer from malformations like hip dysplasia often have no other method of treatment available, than undergoing surgery or daily taking pain medications. But pets that have yet to develop the condition are privileged with good health, and have…