Posts about Pet Care (13)

Is Fluffy the feline lazing around the house all day putting on the pounds? Are you worried Mr. Whiskers isn't getting the exercise he needs? We have some clever ideas to trick your cat into exercising—you just have to disguise it as some good old-fashioned fun.

We hear this common question from cat owners all the time: "How can I keep my cat from killing birds?" Can you do anything to keep your feline friend from ridding the neighborhood of birds, squirrels, and mice? Here's our advice for perplexed cat owners.

Have you ever wondered if your dog's strange behavior is normal—or if it's a sign you need to intervene? We're continuing our series on dog behavior this week, answering your questions about what's normal and what's not.

Do you watch your dog's odd behavior on occasion and wonder, "Is my dog crazy?" Some actions and behaviors are entirely reasonable even if they seem strange while some "acting out" can be a sign of necessary training or your dog trying to tell you something. Here's how to decipher your dog's nutty behavior.

As spring gets closer, we're all examining the pounds we gained over the holidays and thinking about how to improve our health in the new year. Is your furry friend a little husky (no pun intended) as well after the holidays? It's easy to spoil pets a little more than usual over the Christmas season with treats and human food, but it's important to keep a close eye on your dog or cat's weight.

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a veritable blizzard of sugary temptations. When those homemade cookies show up in the office break room, it takes real resolve to choose the veggie tray instead.

You know you should brush your dog's teeth, but in many pet homes it's one of those items on the pet care to-do list that never seems to get done. As the old saying goes, "Well begun is half done," so here are some helpful tips to helps get you started on the worthy goal of brushing your dog's pearly whites on a regular basis.

If you're going on a road trip and plan to take your dog, prepare for fun! Most dogs love to go along as companions on their family's adventures. To make the best of this opportunity, it pays to do some careful pet care planning well in advance of your trip.

Pet obesity can lead to a number of health problems over time. While it's tempting to give in to Fido and Fluffy when they stare at you with those longing eyes, taking measures to avoid overfeeding will give you a happier, healthier pet.

When you get a new puppy or kitten, there is a lot that goes into the preventative care they need. One of the biggest decisions that you'll need to make initially is whether to spay/neuter your pet. While most vets will encourage you to spay or neuter, be sure to communicate with them about the decision and the risks and benefits associated with the surgery. Here are some things to take into account.