People who have cats usually love cats, so they often have more than one. It can be a challenge to keep them all happy and healthy. Rules Start by establishing boundaries such as meal times and play areas, basic commands, and basic rules, like keeping claws clipped. Pets pick up on our feelings. Set the […]
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Springtime is when most families move to a new home. As the kids are making new friends, it’s nice for the neighbors to meet your dog, too, as part of your family. On moving day, keep your dog in one room until the movers leave and you know all the doors and windows are closed.
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Even on the short ride to the vet, your cat most likely gives you an operatic performance worthy of Andrea Bocelli as she cries to go home. Now imagine driving to a new residence in another city, state, or across the country. Cats are so physically and emotionally fragile. How can you move your cat
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Now that there is more daylight time in the afternoon and the weather is comfortable, this is the perfect time for dogs and kids to go outside and play together. Here are some games they can try: Treasure Hunt – Hide your dog’s dish with a few treats somewhere in the backyard and see how
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Is it difficult to know what your cat is thinking? Many cats aren’t exactly demonstrative of affection. Yet, even when your little one is seemingly giving you the cold shoulder, pet her a little, and listen. You might hear purring. She’s not a pack animal like a dog, so being besties doesn’t come naturally to
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Cats are typically loners, being territorial. But when they make a friend, it’s forever. Your cat’s grief may appear as depression, disinterest, wanting to sleep a lot, or pacing in insomnia, possibly refusing food, howling or acting out in some way. Kitty may go into hiding for some alone time. Give your cat time to
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You brought home a night creature. Behaviorists say your cat will be most active late in the evening when you are trying to get to sleep, and in the morning just before sunrise. Other cats have been known to be wide awake during the darkest hours in between. Each cat seems to have their own
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Once again it’s a fitful night as your trusty dog is sleeping beside you, ‘sawing wood’ so loudly that you can’t rest. Is there anything that helps? The good news is that dogs usually don’t have sleep apnea like people, which is a dangerous condition. She shouldn’t stop breathing. But she may have difficulty with
The weather has gotten a lot hotter a lot faster than anyone may have expected. It’s still important for both kids and dogs to go outside and play, so the best time is early morning until about 10 a.m., before the sun’s rays become intense, or after 4 p.m. Children do not sweat as much
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The kids are home for the summer and want to play with the cat. Yet cats are the ultimate couch potato. They sleep practically all day except for some 30-minute spans when they perk up and decide to do something active. Here are some fun small games they can all play together for just a
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