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Why Dogs Love Being Hugged by Their Owners
Many dogs enjoy being hugged because it brings warmth and triggers oxytocin, the same bonding hormone humans feel. Small and insecure breeds tend to love hugs most, while independent terriers usually prefer to just snuggle nearby.
Can Cat Fleas Jump onto Humans
Many owners ask whether cat fleas jump onto people. They usually don't settle on humans, but they do bite. Fleas prefer warmer hosts; a cat's body temperature is much higher than a human's, so once on the cat they stay.
Symptoms of Feline Jaundice Hepatitis
Cat jaundice is the typical sign of feline hyperbilirubinemia. Jaundice hepatitis mainly includes acute toxic hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver, cholangiohepatitis, diabetes, tumors, and viral infections such as FIP and feline leukemia.
Pre-Death Symptoms of Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP)
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) comes in wet and dry forms. As with any animal, a cat shows certain typical changes near death. Here is what to expect.
What to Do When Your Dog Eats Poop
Coprophagia has many causes, from scavenger instinct and boredom to nutrient gaps and improper punishment. The fix is more food, trace-element supplements, prompt cleanup, and correcting at the right moment.
Household Items That Are Dangerous to Dogs (Part 2)
Beyond the obvious hazards, cockroach bait, loose cords, sharp objects, falls from heights, and even a stubborn owner's decorating habits can all put a dog in danger at home.
Treatment of Orchitis (Testicular Inflammation) in Dogs
Mild orchitis does little harm to a dog's reproductive organs, but left to worsen it can leave the dog unable to breed for life. Beyond breeding, the inflamed testicle is painful and can affect the dog's mood, so treat it promptly. Here are the treatment methods.
Deworming Precautions During Cat and Dog Pregnancy
With growing awareness of scientific pet care, deworming pets has become an essential step. But can you deworm a pregnant pet, and which products are safe?
How to Choose the Right Dewormer for Your Cat
A cat's hygiene is not the same as a human's. Cats pick up parasites indirectly from the environment — through the owner's shoes and clothes, the air conditioner, balcony flowerpots, unclean water sources and more.
Flea Prevention and Deworming for Cats and Dogs
Flea season starts spring, lasts to early autumn; in mild areas year-round.