Featured Articles
Fall Issue: 2004
Featured Pet tip – Drooling cats – kneading cats – Cats that drool and knead
Occasionally adult cats will drool while they are being petted, massaged or while nuzzling into fabrics. This drooling is usually accompanied with the kneading of …
Puppy Behavior
You and your dog have more in common than you may think! Just as you went through different stages in your life, your dog also has specific age ranges where it has different needs and qualities. By being aware of …
You JUST got a new dog – Don’t freak out – Pet tip 255
Today’s domestic dog is still closely related to the wolf. Like all wolves living in a pack, dogs must be part of a stable family and feel safe. Most domestic behavioral problems occur when the dog is confused about how to act/behave in different situations such as your home or out on a walk.
It is recommended that you keep Fido confined no matter his age for at least the first month in your home. This will allow him to settle in more comfortably and adapt to your lifestyle. At the same time, confinement will reduce such misbehaviors as chewing and separation anxiety.
Here are a few general rules to help you to prevent misbehaviors when you bring Fido home:
Cat Eyes – Pet tip 93
Have you ever wondered how cats are able to catch prey at night? Or what causes their eyes to glow when exposed to light in the dark? Cats are very active at night so it is a necessity that their …
First Aid for Cats and Dogs – Vital Signs
First aid for pets
By Chantale Robinson
Biologist Veterinary Technician
Vital Signs of Cats and Dogs
Recognizing the normal and abnormal vital signs of dogs and cats is the first step in evaluating if an animal is sick and requires …
Feral Cat to Domestic House Cat
Turning Feral (Wild) Cats into Domestic Cats
If you are a cat lover, then it’s likely that you’ve noticed stray or feral (wild) cats and kittens in and around your neighborhood and you probably feel sorry for them. This is …
Epileptic Pets Can Still be Affectionate Loving Companions
Epilepsy and pets – epilepsy and cats and dogs
Epileptic pets can still be compassionate loving companions
Among all the diseases I encounter in my practice, one of the most notable is epilepsy. For most owners, the sight of their …
