Understanding When & Why Cats Have Petting Aggression
Initially, the cat acts like it enjoys the physical contact and may even purr and rub against the person. However, after a variable period of time, the cat may become agitated and turn and bite the hand that is petting it.
Learn How To Make Home Renovations Safe For Your Pet
Working on a house is stressful for all those living in it. Here are a few things to consider before you tackle your home improvement project.
Taking Your Pet’s Temperature
Normal body temperature for dogs and cats is 101.0 to 102.5°F (38.3 to 39.2°C). Some pets maintain a baseline temperature a little above or below the average, but if your pet’s temperature rises above 104°F (40.0°C) or falls below 99°F (37.2°C), take your pet to your veterinarian.
Keep Your Pet Safe From These Holiday Toxins
While the holidays add excitement to the long winter months, we cannot forget about indoor and outdoor toxins frequently seen during this time of year.
Why Do Cats Have Whiskers?
Whiskers are both cute and functional – what versatility!
Preanesthetic Bloodwork Is Important & Recommended
Preanesthetic bloodwork allows your veterinarian to assess your pet’s overall health, ensuring your pet is a good candidate for anesthesia.
Understanding Senior Pet Cognitive Dysfunction
Senior pet cognitive dysfunction refers to age-related changes in cognitive ability. Changes in cognition can occur at the same time as other medical disorders.
What To Consider When Caring For A Senior Cat
Improved nutrition, infectious disease prevention, and advances in veterinary medicine have resulted in our cats living longer and healthier lives.
Recognizing & Treating UTIs In Cats
While urinary tract disorders are fairly common in cats, urinary tract infections (UTIs) are fairly uncommon.
Pet Selection: What To Consider When Choosing A Cat
You’ve probably heard lots of funny cat anecdotes; about how you don’t own them…they own YOU; how they feel superior to everyone, especially dogs; that they expect to be treated like royalty. If you are considering a feline acquisition, first consider this: lots of those remarks are true! They’re also funny, curious, and sometimes extremely cuddly!