Firework season is stressful for dogs of all ages, but especially senior dogs. The best thing you can do for your senior dog, especially during 4th of July weekend, is to keep them secure. Staying home would be ideal, but even if you choose not to there are things you can do to prevent your pooch […]
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Holidays such as the 4th of July and New Year’s Eve come with fireworks, which can really stress cats out. Cats are prone to feeling startled, which is not good for their hearts. If you can stay home during fireworks, that is the ideal solution. But whether or not you stay home, you need to make
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As your beloved pooch ages, their habits change. Many senior dogs eat and walk less, but sleep and drink more. Depending on the climate of your city and the temperature of your house, your dog may naturally drink a lot of water. However, excessive trips to the water bowl can indicate more serious problems —
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It’s natural for your treasured cat to experience some changes in their behavior and habits, especially as they grow older. Aging cats tend to sleep and drink more while being less hungry and less active. If you live in a warm climate or your house is kept at a fairly warm temperature, frequent trips to
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Cats of all ages are notorious for sleeping, and senior cats are no exception. Life expectancy for cats is gradually growing longer; a cat isn’t considered a “senior citizen” until they are 12 to 14 years old. Just like when they were kittens, older cats tend to sleep as much as 20 hours a day. If
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A common question we get is, “Is it normal for my senior dog to sleep a lot?” Our short answer is, “Absolutely.” While the average dog sleeps about 12 to 14 hours a day, some dogs (especially larger breeds such as Golden Retrievers and Dobermans) can sleep as much as 18 hours a day —
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One of the many joys of living with a kitten, or multiple kittens, is the game of chase. This behavior is quickly transferred to their human companions and engaging in hide-and-seek, tag, and other chase-based games is a big part of the enjoyment of having cats. Chase is also feline enrichment and plays a part
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When you decided to add a dog to your family, was their ability to accompany you on your daily jog important? As the years have passed, your runs have gotten more challenging for your pet, even if they are 100% willing to go with you every day. They love to be with you, and the exercise
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Pampered indoor cats can live over 15 years and we know you want to make every day count for them. While “cat years” are difficult to calculate, cats over 15 are about the equivalent of 80 year olds for a human. Once they cross the threshold into their 20s, they might as well be 100. Caring
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All you want for your older dog is to love them and make them comfortable and happy. Everything you can do to ensure they stay as healthy as possible for as long as possible will be your greatest mission. Going for walks is an essential part of a dog’s life, and it will continue to
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