Your neighbors have asked you time and again to keep your cat away from their property. Hmmm… that certainly sounds like a harsh request, doesn’t it? Well, if your cat is roaming in your neighbor’s property, and in turn being a burden or causing friction towards other pets and/or people,...
Here is a good composite for your cat’s food: Protein 32%, Fat 18%, Fiber 3%. Sound good right? Well what if you were told that this in the composite from a pair of old leather boots, used motor oil, and a scoop of sawdust? Wow. Not that appealing after all. Especially for our cats.
So what...
Have you ever tried potty training a cat? Well if you’re like the rest of the world’s cat owners, you’ve given up and stuck with the fantastic world of kitty litter. Yet, what is the standard procedure for getting rid of the litter? And how often should it be changed? That all seems to depend...
“Dogs are social creatures and leaving them outside alone for long periods, day after day is not fair to the dog. Please let your dog live in your home all year long where it can interact with its human family (its pack).”
Just so its clear, of course dogs can spend some time outside...
Some dogs have a condition we refer to as ‘reverse sneezing’; reversed as the dog is rapidly pulling air into its nose. This is different than a normal sneeze where we rapidly push air out. This quick inhaling of air is followed by rapid and long inhalations. This is quite alarming to dog...
Dog training is an important part of dog ownership and when done properly, it sets the stage for a fabulous relationship between you and your dog. Dogs learn that when they perform certain tasks or AVOID certain behaviors, they get treats. This also teaches them who is the boss or the leader of the...
Your cat likes to play with everything in sight – from your jingling car keys to the jewelry left on your dresser. Time to invest in some proper toys for the little fur-ball!
If you are at ease with your cat playing with your belongings, then by all means, let cats be cats. As long as...
Spring has sprung across our great land. Sunny skies, tulips and crocuses…and itchy ears. Or itchy bellies. Or itchy paws. Dogs and cats can develop hay fever or seasonal allergies just like ourselves. Unlike people, who are prone to runny noses and stuffy sinuses, pets are more likely...
EATING AND NUTRITION - CREATING A HEALTHY EATER
Wonder what dogs think about? Food! In nature, dogs would need to be hunting or scavenging for a major part of each day. If they were blessed enough to get a full tummy then they could take a break and rest, but as soon as that meal was...
So often people say “My dog is just terrible about …(fill in the blank), but gosh, he must be seven years old already, I am sure its too late to train him now” We chime right in with “Absolutely NOT!, It is NEVER too late”
When is the last time you learned something new: new...
Yes, heartworm disease in Canada is real. Yes, heartworm disease can kill your dog. Yes, cats can develop heartworm disease too. No, not all dogs and cats in Canada are at risk. Let’s talk about heartworm disease and how you and your veterinarian decide if your pet requires regular testing...
We are so tired of hearing stories about people who randomly approach other people’s dogs and assume they can pet them. The owners even ask them NOT to approach and the stranger does it anyway – often saying “oh, dogs love me, it’s okay”. Why does everyone think they have doggie magic and...
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