Last week, we took a closer look at whether dental chews really clean your dog’s teeth. . The answer wasn’t black and white. Some dental chews have demonstrated that they can reduce plaque, tartar or both. But we ended that conversation with an important point: “Reduces plaque or tartar,” “cleans your dog’s teeth,” and “is … Read more
Quick verdict: I love the Non-stop Dogwear Glacier 2.0. Shelby has worn ours for a couple of years now, and it is one of the winter coats I genuinely trust when the weather gets properly cold. It is warmer than the Ruffwear Powder Hound in my experience and sits roughly alongside the Ruffwear Furness for … Read more
Cat years to human years is a concept that we use to compare a cat’s age to human years. It’s based on the fact that cats mature fastest in their first couple of years and then age more slowly. This conversion is just a rough estimate since things like health, genetics, care, and the cat’s … Read more
Winnie, Samantha Balaban’s dog, shakes hands with her human. Balaban says dogs can benefit from working with a trainer, whether it’s to improve their skills, manners or behavior. Photo Illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR hide caption toggle caption Photo Illustration by Becky Harlan/NPR Winnie, Samantha Balaban’s dog, shakes hands with her human. Balaban says dogs can … Read more
How to tell if a cat is in pain is one of the most important skills any cat owner can learn. Cats rarely complain loudly, and because of that, many problems stay hidden longer than we expect. If you have ever felt that something was “off” with your cat but could not explain why, you … Read more
Key Takeaways Yes, many healthy dogs can eat plain, properly cooked chickpeas in moderation. Chickpeas are not toxic to dogs, but they should be an occasional addition rather than a replacement for a balanced dog diet. Plain cooked chickpeas are safer than canned, seasoned, roasted, or processed chickpea products. Chickpeas provide fiber, plant-based protein, vitamins, … Read more
Whether you’re a longtime local, thinking of moving to the area, or simply visiting with your feline friend in mind, you’ll be pleased to hear that Barnet is one of London’s most welcoming boroughs for cat owners. With excellent veterinary services, professional grooming options and luxury boarding facilities, this north London gem provides everything a … Read more
New Year, new you: Non-fiction books that inspired me to feel better and be better PLUS Level up with my 2023 resolution reading list! The past few years have been ‘work on me’ years. I suffered from depression and chronic pain for a long time. My healing journey included moving cities, taking a years-long break from … Read more
I work from home. I’m guessing many of you do, too. I juggle a busy family. I’m guessing many of you do that, too. I also love my cats, Newt and Ripley, to absolute pieces, and I’m positive you love your cats, too. But, sheesh. They sure can plan the exact right moment to walk … Read more
Day 1 “My life on the road, oh I love it and I hate it. Sitting in airports, glad and frustrated and waiting for (planes) to arrive” (Billy Sprague). Today started at 5 a.m., with a 5:30 notification that the plane was delayed by “172 minutes,” then delayed another hour, then took off another 45 … Read more