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How good are Weishi brand pet products?
Weishi is a well-known Chinese pet supplement brand with good quality control and palatability; results vary by individual pet.
What to Check When Buying a Pet Hedgehog?
Pick a healthy hedgehog: no tear stains, clean mouth, straight and shiny spines. Learn the species' traits and habits first and prepare a proper habitat; different species vary in temperament and care.
What Does a Healthy Cat’s Anus Look Like?
A healthy cat's anus should be clean, pink, with clear folds and tidy surrounding fur. Redness, pain, or stuck feces suggest diarrhea or anal inflammation - treat topically or see a vet.
How to Travel Home with Your Pet for the Holidays
Driving is gentler on pets than shipping, but both require preparation: a health certificate, an airline-approved crate, and a packed kit of food, water, meds, and familiar items. Brachycephalic breeds are often banned from air cargo.
Boarding Your Pet at a Pet Store for the Holidays: Pros and Cons
Holiday boarding at a pet store offers supervision, socialization, and grooming, but carries risks of infection, careless staff, and post-boarding stress. Inspect the facility, confirm vaccination, and use a written contract.
Traveling by Air with Your Pet
For many pet parents, a trip is no fun without the four-legged family member, but travel is stressful. Here are tips for a safe, comfortable journey.
How to Pick a Healthy Cat
Pet shops show many cute cats, but some turn out unhealthy after you take them home, costing a fortune in vet bills.
How to Manage Thunder and Noise Phobia Anxiety in Pets
At the first clap of thunder, your dog suddenly vanishes, and you may find it in the darkest corner of the closet or under the bed. Even if your dog is one of the so-called fiercest breeds, when thunder sounds it may tremble on your lap or at your feet. This article explains noise phobias and how to help an anxious pet.
Symptoms and Treatment of Demodicosis (Mange) in Pets
Demodicosis (red mange) is a skin condition caused by mites that live in hair follicles. Most pets carry them harmlessly, but an overgrowth causes hair loss, blackheads, and crusting. Learn the signs, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated.
Sebaceous Adenitis in Pets: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Sebaceous adenitis (SA) is an immune-mediated disease that damages the sebaceous glands, leading to hair loss and scaliness. It varies by coat type and breed. Learn the signs, how it is diagnosed, and how it is managed long term.