Cats tend to put up a fight when taking any type of medication by mouth. For pills, the easiest approach is to offer them along with food or a treat. But what about liquid medication? Ahead are step-by-step directions for how…
Watch your dog urinate to ensure that you see the urine and she is not straining to urinate without producing pee, which could be a sign of bladder stones. Bladder stones in your dog should not be ignored. If your…
Dogs are a handy meal service for mosquitoes. While a dog’s thick haircoat can be a deterrent, the shorter hair on muzzles, ears, and groin area are easy access feeding spots for mosquitoes. Along with an itch, a bite from…
Once upon a time, feeding my five cats was quite a straightforward endeavor, with a scattering of dry food in the morning and a large sharing tray of wet food at night. When Clutch developed a case of inflammatory bowel…
Fleas are one of the most common external parasites in cats, and these insects can be quite pesky. Knowing how to get rid of fleas on cats can help if your feline friend is affected. A variety of flea treatments…
Our dogs’ feelings go way beyond a waggy tail and dancing paws. There’s a well of emotions within our pups, from the glee we love, to grief and even jealousy. (Ask any pet parent in a multi-dog household and they’ll…
Giving your cat a pill can be a downright difficult task, but there are steps you can take to make it easier, such as familiarizing yourself with the medication and learning the appropriate steps beforehand. After you learn how and…
The idea of preparing homemade dog food appeals to many people. Homemade diets allow dog owners to control what goes into their dog’s food bowl and provide their dog with individualized care. The problem, however, is that homemade dog food…
A female dog can have puppies throughout her entire life. Credit: Fuse | Getty Images Most intact female dogs follow a reasonably regular schedule for their heat cycles. (I know many of you are groaning, but the average female dog…
Has your cat ever seen their reflection? How did they react? Some cats might be alarmed and puff their fur up, while others might not have a reaction at all. So do cats recognize themselves in the mirror? Let’s take…