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Common Causes of Shivering in Cats and Dogs and How to Manage Them
Shivering is body trembling from cold, emotion, disease, or weakness—common in pets, and seizures include it. Causes range from simple cold to poisoning or infection; this article reviews them.
Why Does a Hamster Bite the Cage?
Energetic hamsters bite cages without a wheel. Here is why and how to stop it.
Symptoms and Treatment of Common Viral Infectious Diseases in Dogs and Cats
Viruses need host cells to multiply, then spread via blood and lymph causing infection. Here are common viral diseases in dogs and cats.
How to Best Handle Cat Tartar
Cat teeth are hidden and owners often forget to clean them; often they only open the mouth when bad breath appears and find tartar. With regular cleaning this is avoidable. Here are handling methods.
How to Treat Rabies in Cats
Cats, dogs and rats can carry and spread rabies virus; rabies comes from the virus, and the key prevention is vaccination. Today we detail cat rabies treatment.
A Hamster’s Everyday Little Moods
Non-owners may find hamsters hard to read, unlike cats and dogs — but learning their moods enables real communication. Here are a hamster's everyday moods.
Why Does a Hamster Dig Frantically in Its Bath Sand?
Fratic digging in bath sand often signals stress or discomfort somewhere in the body, as the hamster uses digging to distract itself. Here we explain the reasons.
How to Tell If Your Cat Has Tartar
When you see yellow teeth, beware—think how long since you cleaned them. Tartar develops gradually; yellow teeth, if untreated, become tartar. Today we help you identify cat tartar.
Why Dogs Get Interdigital Dermatitis and How to Prevent It
Owners may find, while trimming nails or bathing, that the dog's toes are red and swollen, or see it licking its paws constantly. If so, beware—your dog may have interdigital dermatitis. What is it, why does it happen, how to prevent? Below we explain.
Which Dog Behaviors Are Calls for Help?
Dogs are family members, and owners care for them intimately, so when a dog falls ill the owner is anxious. Dogs can't speak and express discomfort only through body language. Today we discuss which dog behaviors are asking for help.