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Water Shortage – A problem for most cats

Muddy puddles, a slimy water bowl, or an open toilet are no deterrents to a thirsty dog. Cats, however, are very particular about their water sources. Their water dish may remain untouched, but the moment they hear a running faucet they magically appear. In this article, we will discuss ways to get our favorite felines […]

Oral Care – Vital to your pet’s health

According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 70% of cats and 80% of dogs suffer from some form of dental disease by the time they are 3 years old! Oral hygiene and regular dental care are important factors in maintaining your pet’s overall health and well-being, but this is the one area in which pet […]

How to Cut Your Cat’s Nails

Trimming your cat’s claws every few weeks is an important part of keeping your pet well-groomed. It also helps preserve your couch, drapes and other furniture. Nail-trimming is fast, effective and much more humane than declawing, which involves surgical amputation and can cause behavioral and major health issues. Unlike a dog, a cat’s claws are […]

Thinking About Declawing? Think again!

If you are considering having your cat declawed, here is some valuable information that might change your mind. In this article you will learn exactly what declawing is and the physical and behavioral issues that can result, as well as humane alternatives that have been proven to work! According to a study published in the […]

Recommended Shots Needed for Your Kitten or Cat

Core Kitten Vaccinations (FVRCP & Rabies) All kittens should receive a vaccination that protects against feline rhinotracheitis, feline calicivirus, and feline panleukopenia (FVRCP). These three conditions are highly contagious airborne illnesses that can potentially be fatal in a kitten with a developing immune system. Calicivirus is one of the most common viral causes of feline […]

Protect Your Pets From Toxins

While the list is long, we wanted to know: What are the most dangerous — and perhaps unsuspected — things in the kitchen readily available to our cat or dog that we may not know about? What about the toxins lurking in our own backyards? Check out the list below to learn how to better […]

Why spay and neuter your pet?

Spaying and neutering makes your pet a better, more affectionate companion Spaying a female before her first heat protects her from risks of uterine, ovarian, and mammary cancers. Spaying a dog or cat eliminates her heat cycle. Females in heat can cry incessantly, show nervous behavior, and attract unwanted male animals. Female cats can also […]

Health problems that could arise in your cat

Litter box issues. This is the number one problem that people report with their cats. It can be very frustrating when this happens, but since cats can’t communicate with words, they have to try and communicate by other means. There is usually a reason cats avoid their litter box and there are many ways to […]