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Understanding Hamster Body Language
Hamsters are small, but every move expresses a feeling. Learning to read their body language helps you bond with them. Here is what common hamster behaviors mean.
How to Avoid Getting Bitten by Your Hamster
Hamsters rarely bite unless provoked, but they do have sensitive moods. Learn when biting is likely and how to handle your hamster so it feels safe.
Signs a Teddy Bear Hamster Is Angry
The teddy bear hamster is medium-sized, larger than common hamsters, eats insects, and is gentle but may bite when angry. This article covers anger signs.
Five Ways Cats Show Their Love
Cats are changeable - aloof then clingy - puzzling owners, but they have their own ways to show affection. This article covers them.
What Is Food Allergy Dermatitis in Dogs?
Food allergy dermatitis is itchy dermatitis from allergy to certain foods, additives, or ingredients. Any age can get it, but under-1 dogs more often. What are its symptoms and how to know? Read on.
What Causes Cat Anemia and What Are Its Symptoms?
Anemic cats show symptoms like weight loss, weakness, rapid breathing, fast heartbeat, but confirmation needs a blood test at a vet. Here we share knowledge about feline anemia.
What to Do If Your Cat Has a Seizure
Feline epilepsy is an intermittent, brain-origin disease marked by convulsions; after an episode the cat often staggers and circles. Let's learn about it.
Don’t Assume Your Dog’s Mouth Ulcer Is Just ‘Heat’—Other Causes
When we get canker sores from heat or biting our tongue, dogs do too. But don't assume a dog's mouth ulcer is from heat. Let's learn the other causes with us.
How to Prevent Periodontitis in Dogs and Cats
Periodontitis in cats and dogs is usually caused by infection from untimely oral cleaning. It refers to acute or chronic inflammation of the periodontal membrane and surrounding tissues, characterized by periodontal pocket formation, bone resorption, loose teeth, and gum recession, and is severe once it appears. To spare your pet this pain, let's learn prevention methods together.
How Does Dog Periodontitis Form?
Periodontitis is a chronic inflammation of the periodontal tissues. Early canine periodontitis is easy to overlook; it is usually only noticed after the inflammation spreads from the gums to the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone and develops into severe periodontitis. The condition has a formation process, and early detection and treatment are important. Read on to understand how it develops.