Why do cats and dogs do the things they do? Bad behavior can be fixed with older pets but it is always best to start training early with your puppy or kitten.
Chances are, you’ve seen your cat vomit every now and then and you didn’t really give it a second thought. When a cat vomits, it can be something minor such as eating too quickly or can be an indication of a much more serious condition that will require immediate medical treatment. Typically, though, a cat … Read more
One of the most common problems in dogs is bad breath. Most of the time, a dog owner will notice this and may be surprised and curious as to what could be causing the bad breath in their dog. The truth is that his bad breath could be a variety of minor to moderate issues. … Read more
If you are a cat owner, there’s a good chance you’ve found them in many places, such as behind your furniture, on your bed, and on your rugs. Maybe you’ve even seen your cat hack up a hairball or two. This is definitely not a pretty sight, right? The truth is that nearly every cat … Read more
Two topics that are fairly sensitive around most American dinner tables are overeating and obesity. This same thought process is true of the dog dish as well. From constant snacking to one time binges, our dogs- much like us during the holidays- have trouble eating sensibly. Fortunately, as a dog owner, you are responsible for … Read more
Many times, as pet owners, we are used to our pets gobbling down their meals as quickly as they can. Therefore, when your dog isn’t wanting to eat, it can be quite bothersome. A lack of appetite is referred to as inappetence, or anorexia, (this is not to be confused with the eating disorder found … Read more
Lots of dogs eat grass. Sometimes they eat and swallow it; sometimes they seem to just grab and spit it out or chew and spit it out. No one knows for sure why they do it, but there are some theories. It seems to be a commonly held belief that dogs eat grass when they … Read more
Why Do Cats Knead? If you have a contented feline lap warmer, you’ve no doubt been the beneficiary of the bonus kitty massage known as “kneading.” It’s as though your cat is practicing to bake bread. The way she rhythmically alternates her paws, pushing in and out against your lap, you’d imagine she’d actually be … Read more
Your snoozing dog suddenly starts moving his feet, but his eyes stay closed. His body starts to twitch and quiver, and he may vocalize a little. He looks like he is running on his side, possibly chasing something in his dreams. What’s going on? Why Your Dog Twitches in His Sleep Just like us, dogs … Read more