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What to Do About Excessive Grooming in Cats
Normally a cat's grooming behavior accounts for 8%-15% of its day, or about 50% of its waking time. If, on top of that, the cat frequently licks its fur, it is very likely reacting to external stimuli with anxiety or stress - a sign of psychogenic alopecia.
What Smell Does a Dog Like Most?
U.S. military research found dogs are most interested in the scent of unknown dogs and their owner. A dog's sensitivity to the owner's scent rivals its interest in novel dogs.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Sick: Consultation and Treatment
Dogs occasionally getting sick is something every owner faces. So during illness, what should we do, how do we determine the cause, and what exactly is the dog suffering from? Here are the answers.
Why Is Your Dog Losing Hair? (Alopecia in Dogs)
Dog hair loss can come from scratching, parasites, infection, or disease. Diagnosis needs history and tests; treatment targets the underlying cause, plus flea control and gentle grooming.
How to Prevent Hairball Syndrome in Cats
Hairballs form when swallowed fur mats in the stomach, causing retching and constipation. Prevent with brushing, cat grass, hairball paste, and stress reduction.
Cat Trivia: Fun Facts Every Cat Owner Should Know
Not every cat owner knows these fascinating feline facts - how many of them did you already know?
Seasonal Cat Care: What to Watch for in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter
Cats show different needs with each season. Adjusting your care to these changes helps your cat grow up healthier. Here is what to know about seasonal feline care.
Spring Cat Care: What Owners Should Know
Spring is peak mating season for cats and a time they easily catch hairballs and colds. Here is what to watch for in spring cat care.
Internal Parasites of Dogs and Cats
For pet owners, parasites on cats and dogs are a headache. Small but serious, they can even kill. What parasites meet our fur babies, and how to prevent them?
Why Your Dog Treats You Like a Subordinate
When a dog sees itself as the boss, it may bark excessively, guard furniture, resource-guard, or pull on walks. Recognize the signs and reassert calm leadership.