You may think animals need lots of water in the summer, and you‘d be right! Even though cats and dogs don’t sweat much, they lose water by panting when they’re hot. But what many people don’t realize is that your pets need just as much water in the colder months. Rather than losing water byContinue reading “Pets drinking”
Category Archives: Cat
Natural animal behaviors
Have you ever been to the zoo and wondered why the animals have such specialized living areas, or why you sometimes see them playing with toys? It‘s not just for your enjoyment. Different species have different natural behaviors that make them feel more comfortable, and when they engage in these behaviors, it‘s a good signContinue reading “Natural animal behaviors”
Outdoor animal care
There’s nothing like soaking up the sun on a beautiful fall day. But even with cooler temperatures, there are still a number of outdoor health risks that your vet can help you manage. Ticks are active outside even when temperatures drop into the 40s. They carry bacteria which cause a number of diseases, including ehrlichosis,Continue reading “Outdoor animal care”
Ear infections
Recently I’ve been seeing a lot of ear infections, so this week’s tip is dedicated to your pet’s auricles. An ear infection occurs when there is an overgrowth of yeast or bacteria in the ear, which can cause pain, swelling, a foul smell, or a black, yellow, or brown discharge. It’s important to realize earContinue reading “Ear infections”
Spaying and neutering
Bob Barker, host of The Price is Right, taught us all to spay and neuter our pets, but did you know this was not commonly done in previous decades in the US? Still, in other parts of the world, spaying (for females) and neutering (for males) is not common. The main reason for spaying andContinue reading “Spaying and neutering”