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Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Azalea
Azaleas, also called Rosebay or Rhododendron, are common plants in outdoor landscaping. Despite their beauty, they can be toxic if eaten by dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, pigs, horses, and goats (to…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Dieffenbachia
Dieffenbachia is a genus of perennial, tropical, flowering plants that are widely sold and commonly kept as houseplants due to their tolerance of shade and their pretty and varied appearances. If…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Lantana
Lantana (Lantana camara), also called Shrub Verbena, Yellow Sage, and Red Sage, is a perennial flowering plant that is commonly used in landscaping. It grows wild in tropical regions of the US and…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Cyclamen
Cyclamen, also called Sowbread, are small, flowering plants often used in landscaping over the winter and spring seasons. They come with red, white, and pink flower varieties. Continue reading to…
Can Dogs and Cats Eat Gingerbread Cookies?
During the holidays, many of us enjoy baking to get into the spirit. Gingerbread cookies are a classic for Christmas, as well as gingerbread houses. Or maybe you’re not the baking type, and you…
Your Complete Guide to Vomiting in Cats
One of the most common health concerns for cat owners is vomiting. While it may be as simple as a hairball or an upset stomach, your cat’s vomiting could also be something more serious that requires…
Causes and Treatment for Coughing in Cats
Should you be worried if your cat is coughing? Continue reading to learn more about coughing in cats, including common causes, tests, and treatment options.
Toys, Games, and Puzzles! How to Entertain Your Indoor Cat
Playing with your cat is a great way to strengthen your bond. Additionally, kittens, like any other young animal, have an essential need for play as part of their development to maturity. Cats that…
The Cat-Lover’s Guide to Litter Box Bliss
Should you get a covered or uncovered litter box? Deep or shallow? Do cats prefer clumping or clay litter? Natural or crystals? Deodorizing or unscented? When it comes to choosing a litter box and…
Common Causes of Corneal Disease in Cats
Diseases or injury to the surface of the eye can cause vision impairment or even blindness in pets. If this occurs, it’s very important that your cat’s eyes be treated quickly. Continue reading to…
Lumps and Bumps on Dogs and Cats
Could my pet have an infection? Allergic reaction? Splinter? Tumor? The answer is YES to all of the above or something else… In this article, we’ll touch briefly on some causes of lumps and bumps or…
How to Protect Your Cat from Ticks
Ticks are common parasites found on dogs, and dog owners are often familiar with the need to use tick prevention products, especially in the summer. But did you know that cats can also be affected…
How to Protect Your Cat from Fleas
Fleas are the most common external parasite seen on cats. If your cat is scratching more than normal, has hair loss around his lower back/tail area, or has tiny black dots that look like pepper in…
How to Give Your Dog Oral Medication
Giving a dog his medicine is rarely easy, but knowing the proper procedure and what to expect can make the process more pleasant — for you and your dog. To start, prepare all the medications that…
4 Common Causes of Dandruff in Cats
Dandruff formation is a bothersome and unsightly problem common in humans. Though less common, this skin condition can also happen in cats. Most cases of dandruff in cats are not too serious but…
Common Causes of Itchy Ears in Cats
Cats may scratch at their ears occasionally, but when you notice your cat scratching and pawing at her ears a bit more than usual, you should take a closer look. Are there any noticeable changes in…
Why does my cat have goopy eyes?
The eyes of a cat are arguably their most recognizable body part, easily seen even from afar. Their eyes are tuned differently than ours and are more sensitive to visual stimuli. Any damage or…
Miscarriage in Cats: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Pregnancy and the act of giving birth can present with complications in any living being. From the simplest form of reproduction, a single-celled organism dividing into two, to the more complex form…