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My Cat Isn’t Using the Litterbox – Should I Be Concerned? Understanding the preferences and needs of your feline companion is a crucial part of being a responsible cat owner. One such need is the provision of a clean and comfortable litterbox for them to use. However, there may come a time when your cat…

How to Help Your Dog Celebrate July 4th Peacefully The Fourth of July is a holiday of festivities, celebration, fireworks, and fun with family and friends – although our canine companions might not share our enthusiasm! Loud noises, bright flashes and unfamiliar scents may cause anxiety for them.  In this article we’ll provide tips to…

Cat Behavior: Why Your Cat Licks You If you have a cat, you’ve likely experienced the sensation of their rough tongue licking your skin. While it may feel strange, your cat’s licking behavior is a normal part of their communication and social interaction. In this article, we will explore the various reasons why your cat…

Is My Dog Fat? What Pet Owners Need to Know About Overweight Dogs As a pet owner, it’s essential to keep your dog’s health and well-being in mind. One common concern among dog owners is whether their furry friend is overweight. With over half of the dogs in the United States classified as overweight or…

5 Benefits of Dog Acupuncture More and more dog owners are deciding to explore alternative therapies for their dogs. Usually, these things act as supportive care alongside more traditional treatments. One of these fairly new treatment options for dogs is acupuncture. It has been claimed that acupuncture can be an effective treatment for several different…

Why is My Cat Sneezing Excessively? Sneezing is a common ailment in cats, and it is normal for cats to sneeze from time to time. However, excessive sneezing fits can sometimes be a sign that something is wrong with your cat, especially when these sneezing fits are commonplace. There are many different things that can…

Cat Kneading: Why Do Cats Make Biscuits? Felines express themselves in a variety of exceptional ways. One of their ways of expression is kneading, or “making biscuits”. This is when a cat uses their paws to press into and “knead” various surfaces or objects. This begs the question: why do cats knead? Cat kneading is…

Why Is My Dog’s Nose Dry and How to Help It A wet nose is a sign that your canine is hydrated and healthy. It also helps them sniff objects and people and regulate their body temperature. What about when your pup has a dry nose? Your dog may have a dry nose due to…

Can Dogs Eat Grapes? It can be irresistible to want to share human food with your canine companion. However, you must be aware that certain foods, such as grapes and raisins, are toxic to your pup. You should never allow your canine to eat grapes. If your canine consumes grapes, it can lead to kidney…

Parvo in Dogs: What to Look for and How to Treat it Parvovirus is an infectious illness that can affect puppies and unvaccinated dogs. An insidious and often aggressive illness, untreated pups can even die from parvo. Parvovirus is propagated by making contact with contaminated feces. It may also be spread by having contact with…