Climate Change Is Ruining Your Pet’s Health: Here’s How
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image credits – Pixabay Abnormal climates have become a norm, thanks to global warming. Each year witnesses a new record in extreme temperatures. The rising heat and cold have an impact on the earth’s ecosystem, including your pets. As a pet owner, it becomes your responsibility to be aware of the impact of climate change on your pet(s) so that you can contribute your share to the well-being of the planet and your pet. Pets are Exposed to Increasingly Warmer Climates Warmer temperatures turn days longer and summers lengthier. Higher temperatures expose your pets to the risk of sev ..read more
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Coronavirus and Your Pet: What You Need To Know
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image credits – Pixabay Coronavirus disease is an infectious infection that occurs in the intestines of dogs and especially puppies. Although coronavirus is short-lived, it can cause significant abdominal discomfort in the infected dog. The virus also causes diarrhea. The coronavirus originates from the Coronoviridae family. This is a group of viruses that get their name from the ring-like projections which look like a coronet when they’re viewed under a microscope. There are different types of coronaviruses in various animals and bird species. Canine coronaviruses do not harm people ..read more
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Cicada Season: Can Dogs Get Sick Eating Cicadas?
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image credits – Pixabay Cicadas are large, flying insects that are similar to crickets but not locusts or grasshoppers. There are two types of cicadas: annual and periodical. Annual cicadas have brownish or light greenish colored bodies with dark eyes. They appear in the summer months from June to August, when the temperatures soar above 29 degrees Celsius. Annual cicadas can be found all over the world. Periodical cicadas can only be found in the Great Plains, in the United States. They only come out every thirteen or seventeen years. These species reside underground where they thrive b ..read more
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What happens when dogs eat sand?
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay Dogs tend to swallow trace amounts of sand regularly when they roll around on the ground or lick their paws clean. Trace amounts of sand are usually not harmful at all and pass out of their system along with their stools. However, there are scenarios when your fur baby may end up swallowing a lot more sand resulting in severe consequences. What could cause your pup to swallow a lot of sand? Sometimes, dogs, when suffering from a gastrointestinal problem begin to eat objects such as grass, wood, metal, etc. Sand is one such object that they might end up eating. D ..read more
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Everything You Want to Know About Caring for An Abused Cat
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay Cat abuse is an unfortunate reality in the real world. Physical abuse, social isolation, premature weaning, starvation, and neglect are all abusive acts. A cat that exhibits fear, anxiety, chronic physical inactivity, unwillingness to play and explore its environment, and social withdrawal, is most likely to have undergone abuse. He loses his ability to trust and may never learn to trust again. If you have a cat that has suffered abuse, then you can help him overcome his suffering and lead a more stress-free life: Give him Unconditional Love Accept the fac ..read more
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How to take care of a pet with spinal damage?
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay Spinal damage causes paralysis in pets and is not uncommon at all. You need to be a responsible pet parent and pay extra attention. If your pet is suffering from paralysis and you are looking for tips on how to relieve some of their problems, here are ten important care strategies you need to look into. Give their hygiene top priority Since your pets cannot lick themselves clean with ease when paralyzed, you must use special pet wipes and give your pet regular baths as it is appropriate to keep skin problems and fleas at bay. Prevent bedsores Due to restri ..read more
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Tips To Bring Up a Cat and Dog Together
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay We have all heard the phrase: ‘fighting like cats and dogs’. But it doesn’t have to be that way. It is perfectly possible to raise cats and dogs in the same household and not have them treat each other as mortal enemies. Here are some tips on how to bring up a cat and dog together. An Early Start Both cats and dogs are protective of their space and are territorial by nature. So, it’s best to adopt them while they are still young. Puppies and kittens are less likely to be aggressive and territorial, and you will have an easier time raising them when they are l ..read more
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Cat grooming 101
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay A cat, if you know, grooms itself throughout the day. It’s grooming habits are immaculate, and you may think that you do not need to make any additions to that. However, a kitty parent will tell you how you can keep your little feline friend looking the best. The process of grooming your cat is not tedious, and in most cases, can even be enjoyable. You will love spending all that time with your furry ball. Here are cat grooming tips that will help your cat shine like never before! BrushingWe love brushing our hair to keep it tamed and well-groomed. Similarly ..read more
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Miniature Dogs You Can Consider If You Have Living Space Restrictions
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay In today’s world, space is an increasingly precious commodity. With rising real estate prices and increasing costs of living, not all of us can afford a house with a front or back yard for our dogs to roam around in. But restricted living space does not necessarily have to mean a dog-free space. If you have living space restrictions, then you can consider adopting one of these ten miniature dogs: 1. Chihuahua This Mexican breed, considered to be the smallest dog breed, is spunky, loyal, and vocal. Most Chihuahuas range between 6-10 inches in height and 4-6 po ..read more
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Chocolate colored dogs
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by Rex Petzler
4y ago
Image Credits: Pixabay An incredibly warm and cozy fur color, chocolate is a popular color for pups. Almost all sizes of dogs- small, medium, and large – can be found in a chocolate-colored fur coat. If you are looking to adopt a chocolate-colored furry friend, here is a list of pups that have a beautiful chocolate-colored coat and more details about them. Labrador Retriever While labrador retrievers can be found in numerous colored coats such as white, black, light brown, golden, etc, they are also found in a chocolate-colored coat. The labrador retriever is a very famous breed in No ..read more
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