It has been said that cats can sense pregnancy in humans, but can we sense when our cats are pregnant? Whether you are wanting to breed your cat, have an unexpected cat pregnancy, or are simply wondering how cat pregnancies work, this guide on cat pregnancy can help. Understanding how cats get pregnant, what a cat pregnancy entails, and what you need to do along the way can help you ensure that your cat has a healthy pregnancy, or maybe even help you prevent an unwanted cat pregnancy altogether. Understanding Cat Pregnancy It’s important to note that cats can easily get pregnant, more easily t ..read more

It’s summertime, and with that comes hotter temperatures. Did you know that your dog can get overheated too? What’s different about dogs is that they have a harder time cooling their bodies off than humans do. Knowing the signs of overheating in your dog, ways to quickly cool your dog down, and how you can prevent overheating in your dog can ensure that your dog stays healthy this summer! How Do You Know if Your Dog Is Overheated? 5 Signs of Overheating in Dogs Panting One of the first signs that your dog is overheating or is getting too hot can be panting. This is a sign that your dog is tryi ..read more

Dog owners would love for their four-legged family members to be able to talk for all kinds of reasons, and one of those reasons is so that their dog could tell them when something was wrong. Even if it’s clear a dog is in pain, it still difficult to pinpoint where that pain is coming from, which makes deciding whether to try some at-home treatments or head to the vet a bit of a challenge.  If you decide to try and treat your dogs’ pain at home, it’s important to know that giving over-the-counter medicine can be dangerous. Some of the ways you treat your own pain could be deadly for your ..read more

While puppies are very cute, puppy accidents in the house are not. Potty training your puppy early can make all the difference in his development and help you avoid ruined floors. This guide will provide you with all the essential information you need to know on how to potty train your puppy. We even offer a brief training on how to crate train your puppy. Puppy Potty Training Tools When it comes to potty training your puppy, having the right tools can make the task a lot easier and can help your puppy get the proper training quicker. It’s important to note that each home is different and each ..read more

Training Your Kitten to Use a Litter Box Whether this is your first kitten or the latest addition, each kitten is different when it comes to litter training. Knowing the basics of kitten litter training and how to adjust your kitten to her new box can make potty training your cat less stressful and time consuming. When to Start In the first few weeks of life, kittens’ messes are cleaned up by the mother cat which makes your life a little easier. However, once mom starts weaning her babies at around 4 weeks, she eliminates her cleanup duty as well. This is a great time to start introducing kitt ..read more

Signs Your Dog is Constipated The signs of constipation in dogs are typically what you would expect and are similar to what we experience as humans. You may notice your dog hasn’t gone in a while or is struggling to go when he is trying to defecate. The most common and obvious signs your dog is constipated include: Hard, small stools Lack of defecation for a few days Painful defecation (whimpering or yelping when trying to go) If you notice a change in your dog’s bowel habits, then it may be a sign that he is constipated. Identifying that he or she is constipated is the first step to underst ..read more

What is Cushing’s Syndrome? If you’ve heard of Cushing’s Syndrome or Cushing’s Disease, you may be wondering just exactly what it is. Cushing’s Syndrome is a disease that can be found in both dogs and cats, even humans. It is more common in dogs than cats and has become a more increasingly popular disease dogs and their owners are facing today.  Cushing’s Syndrome in dogs is when too much cortisol is being produced. Cortisol is responsible for several important functions within your dog’s body. It helps them respond to stress, fight off illness and infections, maintain blood sugar levels ..read more

Can dogs get fevers? Yes, they can. Whether you notice your dog is a little under the weather or acting unusual, you may be wondering if your dog is sick. Dogs can get fevers for a number of reasons. Usually they are fighting off an infection of some sort or they are having a bad reaction to something they ingested or came into contact with. Knowing the signs and symptoms as well as how to check your dog’s temperature are essential to ensure something very serious isn’t going on. Your dog can’t talk to let you know he’s sick but he can definitely show you. Whether you suspect your dog has a fe ..read more

Does my dog have a skin condition? If you notice any changes to your dog’s skin or fur and see him in discomfort, your furry friend may be suffering from a skin condition. Identifying which skin condition your dog has can be difficult due to the number of possible skin problems and the similar symptoms many of them share. Identifying your dogs symptoms, behaviors, and any recent changes to their routine can help you identify which pesky skin condition might be ailing your dog. While this isn’t a complete list of skin problems your dog may have, these are some of the most common ones. Allergies ..read more

Pet owners face important decisions about the care of their pet, including everything from the food to offer, what kind of treats should be off-limits, and how much exercise they need. One question that many pet owners struggle with is when to take their dog to the vet.  Some err towards the side of caution and visit the vet for everything from a single sneeze to the dog skipping one meal. Others go the other way and fail to get medical attention for their dog until a condition has progressed significantly—sometimes to the point of no return.  The best practice is found somewhere in ..read more