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Coughing in Dogs and Cats
Coughing cats and dogs – The coughing pet
Cough is a common problem in dogs but occurs less frequently in cats. Cough is caused by irritation of the throat, airways or the lungs. The main airway to the lungs known …
Dog Training Tips – Pet tip 236
Training your dog to follow some basic commands does not have to be difficult if you have a bit dedication and patience. Depending on the command you wish your dog to learn all that is needed is some repeated practice …
Proventricular Dilation Disease – PDD in Birds
Let’s say that lately you’ve been noticing that your bird isn’t feeling well. It’s lethargic, dull, and has ruffled feathers. Then you start noticing that it’s not getting better. In fact you’ve realized that even though it’s eating more, it …
About Pets.ca and podcast
About Marko
Marko is the host of this pet podcast and one of the owners of Pets.ca. He loves all animals and wishes he wasn’t so allergic to them. He lives in Montreal with his wife Carmy and his cat …
Teething Puppies – Pet tip 191
Just like with human babies, little puppies have 2 sets of teeth. When their first set of teeth start to come in between 3 and 6 weeks of age, they will begin teething which is uncomfortable for puppies. In order …
Dog Diarrhea – Cat Diarrhea
Diarrhea – cats and dogs that have diarrhea – Answered by Dr. Goldberg
Diarrhea – cats and dogs – General rule of thumb
When should you be concerned about a dog that has diarrhea? With any blood or mucous, there …
Adopting Adult Cats & Dogs
Getting a new pet is never a quick or easy decision. How do you know what pet is right for you? First you must figure out what your options are. There are purebreds, strays, rescues, puppies, kittens, and adults. That’s …
Restricted Feeding in Cats
You have probably always free-fed your cat(s). Free-feeding is one of the many reasons why cats are so easy to take care of. You can just leave the food out all day and the cat feeds itself. But what do …
Bad Breath in Cats – Pet tip 189
When a cat has bad breath (feline halitosis) it is usually a sign of a dental problem or some type of illness. The natural smell of your cat’s breath might not be as minty-fresh as a mouthwash commercial might suggest, …
Cat Dental Care
Dental care for your cat can be a good experience, especially when it is started when they are young. The best time to begin dental care is when the kitten is between three and six months old. It is important …