Lewis worrying about a sound I recently got startled while I was already in pain, and—OUCH! It was shocking. Since Lewis startles a lot from noises and shows signs of being in pain or discomfort, I wondered if that also happens to him. Here are the two incidents that keep running through my mind. When […]
According to Desiree Bobby, Expo Producer for the Cat Fanciers’ Association International Cat Show and Expo, the average purebred cat cost from a reputable breeder ranges from $800 to $1,800 for more common breeds, with rarer natural mutation breeds reaching $2,000 to $3,500 or more – figures that reflect not just the cat but the health […]
Walking your dog should be enjoyable, but if your dog constantly pulls on the leash, a simple walk can quickly become frustrating. How to stop your dog from pulling on the leash is one of the most common training questions dog owners ask, and the good news is that most dogs can learn to walk […]
Summer is a favorite season for picnics in the park, enjoying the seashore, and dining al fresco—but with warm summer temperatures also come the fleas! Fleas can wreak havoc on cats causing discomfort, severe skin conditions, allergic reactions, parasites (tape worms), anemia and even death in the worst cases, if left untreated. So it’s important to […]
Most small breed feeding guides treat the Dachshund like any other compact dog. That’s a mistake. The Dachshund has a structural vulnerability that no other popular breed shares quite as acutely: an extremely long spine on very short legs, supported by a body that gains weight disproportionately around the abdomen. Extra weight on a Dachshund […]
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Learn more. One day, your dog is happily greeting you at the door, inhaling breakfast, and begging for a walk. The next, they’re hiding under the bed, pacing around the house, refusing dinner, or acting like […]
Whether they’re a deep emerald, soft sage, bright chartreuse, or golden-green, those mesmerizing green cat eyes seem to sparkle with curiosity, intelligence, and just a touch of mystery. If you’re welcoming home a new kitten or adopting an adult cat with gorgeous green eyes, choosing a name inspired by their most striking feature is a […]
When Piper was diagnosed with multifocal GME, everything changed. GME, or granulomatous meningoencephalomyelitis, is one form of MUE, meningoencephalomyelitis of unknown etiology, an inflammatory disease of the central nervous system that often requires aggressive immune-suppressive treatment. Piper’s treatment included low-dose chemotherapy and high-dose prednisone. While prednisone can be life-saving, it can also change almost everything […]
Boundary training can feel more complicated when a yard is not flat or easy to read. Hills, dips, wooded edges, rocky patches, and sloped ground can make it harder for dog owners to create a clear training pattern that feels consistent from one section of the property to another. Dogs do not experience uneven land […]
It’s hard to know when to spay or neuter – or if you should at all. Here’s the best veterinary advice for your Shetland Sheepdog. So you’ve decided to spay or neuter your Shetland Sheepdog– but when? Often called getting your dog Fixed or Done (nomenclature that bugs me, because, fixed, implies broken, which is kinda […]
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