Bad breath in Dogs could be a result of gum disease
If your dog has bad breath, it could signal the sign of disease. Have your dog checked by a veterinarian as bad breath can be the earliest – and easiest to detect – early warn sign of canine gu....
Author: Petal Gangurde Posted under Animal Care on 01/07/2011
“You are what you eat” applies to your cat, too. Although cat obesity is not as common as it is in dogs, obesity in cats is on the rise. Depending on the breed and activity level (outdoor versus indoor cats), the average weight of a cat should be 9 to 11 pounds.
Author: Petal Gangurde Posted under Animal Care on 24/05/2011
The myth that mice are dirty rodents who destroy food grains and nibble on furniture has lead to mice being banished from the pet kingdom. These days you may be lucky to find mice in a pet shop at all, since mice are not as popular as rabbits or guinea pigs. This is a shame, because the beauty of....
Is your puppy scared of baths, steps, thunderstorms, or the vacuum cleaner? Owning a fearful dog, one that seems to be scared of certain things, can be frustrating.
Because we think of our dogs as part of the family, we sometimes tend to forget that they are still canines and not humans! ....
Author: Petal Gangurde Posted under Animal Care on 16/05/2011
Goldfish are relatively easy pets to care for compared to dogs, cats, or even hamsters. You never have to take a fish for a walk, you don’t have to worry about them leaving a mess on the carpet to pick up, and they will never cause a commotion and disturb the neighbours. Goldfish makes a pe....
A responsible pet parent will always get his pet spayed or neutered. By having your pet spayed/neutered, you have increased your pet's chances for a longer, healthier life. In addition, you have also helped to address the pet overpopulation problem. Post-operative care is simple but important in ....
Author: Petal Gangurde Posted under Animal Care on 16/05/2011
When bringing your turtle home for the first time, remember that they are going through a lot of stress. Try giving your turtle a little quit time for a few hours so that it can get used to its environment. You may visit with your turtle on the first day, but try to keep it brief and without touc....
When you first get your new dog, you are usually aware of the basic needs of a bowl for fresh water available at all times, dog gates to prevent accidents from falling down stairs, or to isolate the new dog in a safe environment. Are you aware, however, of other, common household items that could....
During the Diwali fireworks, when everyone is oohing and aahing, is your dog under the bed, cowering and drooling? Does he tremble during thunderstorms or bark and pace when someone fires a gun?
A dog’s hearing is extremely sensitive, and noise anxiety can be a resounding problem. F....
Can dogs get colds? Surprisingly, weepy eyes and sniffles can strike both an owner and dog alike. Although people can power through uncomfortable symptoms for the sake of important business meetings, you should never let a dog cold run ....
