June 2010

Pet Insurance: Is it Worth the Cost?

June 24, 2010

You’d do anything for your pet. He is your loyal companion, your confidant, and your best friend. He misses you when you’re gone and is always excited to see you when you return. Who else in your life can you say that about? So when it comes to his health, you feel that no measure is too small or large to ensure he lives a long and healthy life.

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A Trip to the Vet in 5 Easy Steps

June 23, 2010

Somehow, your pets seem to instinctively know when it’s time for that dreaded visit to the vet. They hide behind furniture, growl, hiss, and do everything they can to fight you, and while you eventually find a way to wrestle them into the car, you just know they’re going to punish you for it later (with cats you can expect to receive the cold shoulder for the next couple days…dogs will just eat your favorite shoes).

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Gourmet Pet Food: Top Five Ingredients to Make Your Own

June 19, 2010

Your pet deserves the best, but that doesn’t mean you can afford to spend more money on their food than on your own. And although there are plenty of gourmet options available that promise a shinier coat, alleviation of allergies, and better overall health (and longevity), you just can’t see breaking the bank to feed Mitzy gourmet.

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Pet Massage: Is It Worth Your Time?

June 18, 2010

Most of us are keen on petting our pets. In fact, I have often wondered if that’s why they’re called “pets”. It’s not uncommon for pet-owners to show their affection for little Fido or Mr. Whiskers by fluffing or brushing their fur, rubbing their head, and squeezing their ears. And they seem to love it, too. It’s one of the many ways in which we bond with our animals. But is pet massage a natural progression, or is it taking things a little too far?

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What Does Your Pet Say About You?

June 13, 2010

Pets, unlike fine wine, cigars, or moldy cheese, are not an acquired taste. You naturally gravitate towards animal companionship because of all the wonderful things they add to your life. They keep you happy, active, and interested in something other than yourself. But like most of the things you value, they do say something about you as a person. Here are a few types of pets and what they signify in their owners.

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Doggie Diets: How-To?

June 11, 2010

An overweight dog can face many health problems. Aside from decreased mobility, overweight dogs are more likely to suffer from joint problems, diabetes, breathing problems, and are more prone to injuries. To help your canine companion avoid these health problems, it is important to correctly diagnose and treat canine obesity.

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Boo The Ocicat

June 9, 2010

My ocicat, Boo, is special in many ways. He has very little eyesight but you cannot tell by looking at him as he gets around very well and hardly ever walks into things. He loves to eat the strangest foods; his favorite people foods are bananas and mushrooms.

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Is it Possible to Tame/Train a Feral Cat?

June 8, 2010

Anything is possible, and in terms of taming a wild, street cat, that is especially possible. Most feral cats, whether they know or not, desire a place to claim as home. “Hav-a-heart” traps, commonly used by the humane society, are essential in the capture of a feral cat.

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Some Gift Ideas for Our Canine Companions

June 5, 2010

I was recently thinking about what to get my dog for his birthday and I came up with a few great ideas I thought I would share with everyone. I found myself asking, what’s the very best gift you can give to your dog?