Vestibular disease – when your pet is off balance
Dizziness, falling, lack of coordination, a tilting head…these are all symptoms of vestibular syndrome in dogs and cats. It looks scary, but depending on the…
Category: Cats Lifestyle
5 reasons why cats love heights
This week, yet another cat photo went viral when the Philadelphia Police Department shared a picture of a bold kitty sitting atop a squad car.…
Tibetan singing bowl therapy
If you’ve never heard Tibetan singing bowls, you’re in for a treat, and so is your dog or cat. This unique modality uses sound therapy…
Prevent health issues to save money on vet bills
Keeping veterinary costs down means taking steps to build your dog or cat’s health and help prevent illness. Caring for your dog or cat can…
How one man is making a difference this “kitten” season
Feeding local birds is a common pastime for senior citizens. But 76-year-old Willie Ortiz of Hartford, Connecticut is breaking away from tradition by feeding stray…
How to celebrate Earth Day with your pets
Every year on Earth Day, our ongoing quest to “go green” makes its way to the forefront of our minds. In the past decade, eco-conscious…
Feeding your cat to prevent dental issues
Periodontal disease is extremely common in cats, but the good news is that a healthy diet can help prevent it. Periodontal disease is one of…
How pets protect babies from allergies and obesity
Looking for another reason to get a pet? It’s become common knowledge that sharing your life with a companion animal increases happiness. On a medical…
Microchipping Miracle: a modern “Homeward Bound” story
Four years ago in California, BooBoo the cat went missing. This week, he was found… in a different country. Traversing 3,000 kilometers, several states and…
Canadian Veterinary Medical Association says declawing cats is “unacceptable”
Declawing cats is just like having your fingernails cut, right? Wrong! Cats’ claws grow directly from the last bone of the toe, meaning the entire…
Volunteer veterinary care comes to Koh Mak
This grassroots volunteer effort is bringing desperately-needed veterinary services to a tropical island off the coast of Thailand. When Kevin and Misti Horton decided to…
Pet-friendly holiday decorating
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without a tree, greenery, candles and ornaments. If you have a dog or cat, you need to consider his…