If you are considering getting a cat, or have already got a cat, then it is important to think about getting insurance. As you probably know, cats are fantastic pets. They can become wonderful companions to the family, being both loving and happy to be loved back. It is easy to get used to seeing your cats healthily gambolling around and think that it will always be this way, but Read More ...
How safe is your pet? The Kennel Club, RPSB, the Dogs Trust and the Feline Advisory Bureau are warning pet owners that over the past decade, at least 22 cats and 56 dogs are known to have died in pesticide abuse incidents. The majority of these come from poisoned baits that had been placed illegally with the intention of killing wildlife and birds of prey. The problem is that these Read More ...
Have you ever wondered how much your pet costs you? Perhaps the thought is scary, however, while saving money on toy balls, hoops and ropes might solve your cash flow problems, it’s not wise to compromise on the quality of your dog food or cat treats. While it might be tempting to buy cheap treats, you must consider that they might not provide the nutrition your dog actually needs. Here Read More ...
Cats are often a good choice for people who are looking for a lower maintenance pet than a dog. Many people who are looking to buy a pet should consider that dogs require a great deal more attention, for example, they have to be taken for a walk each day and they are often begging for attention. Those who are looking to buy a cat however should be aware that Read More ...
For many animals the basic healthcare that they require are quite similar, cats and dogs have similar veterinarian needs such as dental care, vaccinations, and a basic wellness programme. Ensuring that your cat goes the vet regularly will mean that they live a happy and long life. It is important that adult cats visit the vet regularly and that they go at least on an annual basis. This should be Read More ...
The long thick hairs on the face of a cat are the Vibrissae, which are known also as whiskers or tactile hairs. These hairs are different from the rest of the body hair on a cat since they are tapering, long, stiff yet flexible. They are generally double, and at times triple, the thickness of a regular cat hair and much longer. Those that are most obvious appear horizontally in Read More ...
It may not be something that is easy to believe but ringworm can also affect pets. This disease like in humans is very common in dogs and cats. It is a fungal infection that is contagious and in a rare case can be transmitted from pets to humans. There are three different types of ringworm infections that can happen to pets and every breed of cat or dog is susceptible Read More ...
