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A New Owner’s Guide to Preparing for a Cat
Bringing a kitten home is joyful but troublesome early, so learn and prepare before serving your cat. Cats are sensitive; the author suggests a kitten over two months for beginners - one eating kibble and eliminating alone. Found/adopted newborns need experienced owners or pro advice.
Precautions for a Dog Coming Home
For new owners, the worst is a puppy falling ill at home. So a just-arrived dog needs careful care - how to feed, drink, deworm, vaccinate and do simple training.
What to Do When Your Cat Has a Nosebleed
Usually a vet can find the cause from history and physical exam, but if not, further tests are needed, as follows:
What Is a ‘One-Week Cat’ (Sick Kitten Scam)
We often hear 'one-week cat' or 'one-week dog'—dishonest sellers dose sick kittens with stimulants to fool buyers, and the kitten dies about a week after arriving home. Here's how to spot and avoid them.
Can Dogs Eat Shrimp?
Dogs can eat shrimp, but not too much. There are pros, cons, and parts they must not eat. Let's learn if dogs can eat shrimp.
What Is Intussusception in Dogs?
Intussusception is a gut condition in dogs caused by overeating, cold food, poor diet, cold water, or secondary infection and parasites. Here's how it works and how it's diagnosed.
Winter Cat Care: What to Watch For
Winter can be a strange time for our cats — odd furniture and noises like heaters and fireworks. Cold weather brings extra risks too.
Cat Periodontitis: Symptoms and Treatment
Feline periodontal disease is the most common oral disease in cats; over 80% of cats over 3 years old develop it. Neglected cleaning, slower metabolism, and weaker immunity let plaque and tartar build up, leading to bacterial growth and infection, and bone/tooth resorption from bacterial toxins and acid—causing serious periodontal disease.
How to Feed a Cat
Key things to know about feeding cats: five important points.
Ten Taboos for First-Time Dog Owners
New dog owners often make the same mistakes, from bathing too soon to feeding human food and using the wrong shampoo. Avoid these ten common taboos to keep your puppy safe and healthy.