Happy Cat Month gives us an opportunity to focus on finding ways to keep our feline friends happy and healthy. Many of us love our feline friends because they are so independent. Unlike dogs, domestic cats do not generally see their owners as a focus of safety and security, according to Daniel Mills, Professor of Veterinary …
Drooling Cat: What Does it Mean?
You may be used to seeing our dogs slobber and drool, but what does it mean when your cat drools? Should you be alarmed? Is it normal? Do happy cats drool? The simple answer is yes to all of these questions. A little drool can be harmless, but large amounts of saliva can be produced …
July: National Pet Hydration Month
Keeping pets hydrated on these hot, summer days is so important that PetSafe designated July as National Pet Hydration Awareness Month. July is the hottest month of the year in some areas of the country and that is certainly true for us. With temperatures in the high 90s, it is important to be conscious of …
Cat Names: Do They Recognize Them?
Does your cat come running when you call him? Does it seem like he actually recognizes his name? Well, you may be surprised that there is very little research done on this topic. Recently though, people have been asking this question and studying the answers. If you are a cat lover, you probably don’t need …
National Cat Health Month
February is designated as National Cat Health Month, and it’s a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends. Below are some tips to ensure that your furry friend stays in tip-top shape. Schedule Your Cat’s Annual Checkup There are many ways to celebrate your love, and one way …
Celebrate Happy Cat Month
Happy Cat Month gives us an opportunity to focus on finding ways to keep our feline friends happy and healthy. Many of us love our feline friends because they are so independent. Unlike dogs, domestic cats do not generally see their owners as a focus of safety and security according to Daniel Mills, Professor of Veterinary …
Preventing Kidney Disease in Cats
Did you know that kidney disease is a common problem in cats affecting about 1/3 of the older cat population? Although there is no way to fully eliminate the possibility of your cat contracting kidney disease, there are some things you can do to make it less likely. Tips Maintain a clean litter box. Be …
Is Your Pet Obese?
Today, Wednesday, October 9, 2019, is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) wants to alert pet owners of an E X P A N D I N G problem. Did you know that currently more than half of all domestic dogs and cats are clinically overweight? That amounts …