Cats are fastidious about grooming – they like to be clean. It’s one reason why we let them have the run of (most of) the house, including our beds. But grooming can mean hairballs, those icky clumps of fur that build up in a cat’s digestive system. So, what’s a safe and easy way to …
Each year when the holiday season rolls around we humans follow a number of traditions that involve decorating our homes to add to the festive atmosphere. While we all learn from an early age that care must be taken to prevent such decorations from posing a hazard, there are a few extra precautions that should …
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In celebration of Black Cat Appreciation Day (which falls annually on August 17th) we wanted to take a look at the many positive aspects of what some cat lovers feel are the most stunning members of F. catus. Fun Fact: All cat coat colors come from red or black fur – even white cats! The …
Fun fact: Cat grass is not really grass at all! What we humans have come to refer to as “cat grass” is completely unrelated to the grass we grow outdoors for our lawns. Instead, it’s the sprouts from cereal grass seeds, usually wheat, oat, rye or barley. When planted close together, cereal grass seeds sprout …
Pet Fears and Fireworks Q: Who doesn’t just love fireworks? A: Most pets. Pets and Fireworks: Terror and Confusion July is National Lost Pet Prevention Month, which is very fitting since more pets flood into animal shelters following the 4th of July than at any other time of the year. Often, people don’t realize the …
Houseplants and personal landscaping projects have boomed during the pandemic. There’s something about being cooped up at home to make us want to spruce it up with color and comfort. This is why gardening expenses were $8.5 billion more in 2020 than the previous year. If you’re one of these plant parents, there’s a good …
Health and Well-Being: A Perfect Valentine for your Cat! How appropriate that February is National Cat Health Month. We think the best way to show our love for our cats this month is by learning just a little bit more about how to give them optimal health, and as a result, optimal happiness. There are …
All felines are known as obligate carnivores, but that doesn’t mean their diets consist of 100% meat. Cats in the wild hunt for a living, and a large percentage of their prey consists of herbivorous animals whose stomachs contain grass and similar greens. Tiani (Rescued Siberian Lynx) Tiger in the Wild Most cats—even the big …
Selecting appropriate reptile food for your pet is only the beginning of keeping a happy, healthy reptile. Your cold-blooded buddy has subtle dietetic requirements that are critical to her health. Understanding and appreciating the process of properly feeding pet reptiles and common reptile eating habits helps you provide the best possible care for your lizard, …
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Dogs are technically classified as carnivores; but in practice they are what is called facultative omnivores, meaning that they can and do derive nutrition from non-animal sources, such as fruits, herbs, and grasses. All of our dogs’ wild cousins eat plants, but among the many canine species, foxes are the biggest fans of green foods …