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What should I watch out for when raising a Giant Teddy?
Giant Teddies are large—give moderate exercise to prevent obesity, do more coat care (frequent brushing and trimming), and note their health needs differ from a standard Teddy's, so schedule regular checkups.
What does it look like when a cat vomits a hairball?
A hairball forms when a cat swallows more hair than its digestive system can pass. Here is what a typical hairball looks like and when to worry.
Why Does a Cat’s Fur Mat Into Clumps?
Cat fur mats from lack of grooming, poor nutrition, or wrong shampoo (human body wash strips oils). Fix it by gently brushing out dead hair, adding coat-nourishing foods like egg yolk and salmon (with lecithin), and bathing with a pet-specific shampoo.
How Tobacco Smoke Affects and Harms Cats
Secondhand smoke is well known to harm humans; many hold back in public but think less about it at home with their cat.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Losing Hair
Hair loss is the shedding of fur. In dogs it may be a follicle disease from self-trauma by scratching or chewing.
What to Do When Your Dog Licks People
In most people's eyes, dogs are approachable, warm, and cute. Dogs have rich emotions and their own joys and sorrows, only each expresses them a bit differently. Among these, the dog's tongue expresses the most.
What to Prepare Before Getting Your First Cat
We would not move into a new home before the furniture is ready; that is human habit. Before bringing a cat home, prepare its food and daily necessities to help it settle into the new environment.
Why You Should Groom Your Dog Regularly
When you bring your dog out of the grooming salon, your pet usually looks refreshed, not only handsome and beautiful but also very energetic. Good regular grooming keeps your dog clean and comfortable all year round. Most groomers will recommend grooming your dog every 6 to 8 weeks, but the exact frequency may depend on the dog's breed, lifestyle, and your styling preferences for your pet. Knowing your options in advance can help you communicate better with the groomer and develop an effective grooming plan.
How to Care for a Senior Dog
Senior dogs need grooming help, proactive pain management for arthritis, vet-prescribed NSAIDs or other pain meds, and quality supplements (look for the NASC seal). Vet visits every 6 months after age 10 catch problems early. You and your vet are a team for a pain-free life.
How to Choose a Cat and Care for It Properly
Getting a cat means treating her as a family member and raising her kindly for a happy life. Before deciding which cat suits you, learn about cat types and costs to avoid abandonment caused by a poor match or unaffordable expenses.