What To Do If You Witness or Suspect Animal Cruelty
Types Of Animal Cruelty According to The Humane Society of The United States, “Most reported animal cruelty comes in the form of neglect, with direct violence occurring less.” Neglect occurs when an animal’s caretaker fails to provide the basic necessities. This includes food, water, shelter, and medical care. Neglect—whether intentional or unintentional— can become life-threatening. This type of cruelty is often the result of someone not realizing how much work goes into c
Why Do Cats Love Boxes So Much?
Cats and boxes: it’s a love affair for the ages. For most cats, nothing can bring as much joy as a simple box. For some cats, any box will do. For others, size matters, and preferences vary. While some cats prefer big, roomy mansion-sized boxes, others will wedge themselves into tiny little boxes, giving rise to the “if it fits it sits” meme. Have you ever wondered why cats are so drawn to boxes and other enclosed spaces like baskets and suitcases? Instinct Looking for enclo
4 Essential Commands To Teach Your Puppy
Training doesn’t have to be time-consuming. Since your puppy’s attention span isn’t that long, aim for 10-minute sessions. This little amount of time makes a world of difference. Trust me, being able to communicate with your pooch is life-changing. Commands To Teach Your Puppy 1) Sit This is usually the first command dog parent’s teach their little ones. That’s probably because it’s one of the easiest. Here are a few tips to help you teach your dog how to sit: Hold a small
The Top 10 Most Dangerous Pet Parasites
I came across this “Top 10 Most Dangerous Pet Parasites” infographic by Entirely Pets on Pinterest the other day. I think it has some great information that all pet owners should know. If your dog is showing any of the warning signs and symptoms mentioned on this list, make sure to get your pup checked by a vet ASAP. It’s pretty easy to check for parasites. Your vet will either run a blood test or need a stool sample (depending on what parasite they’re testing for). It’s alwa
Cat Hair Everywhere: How to Deal with Shedding
Most of us are used to living with cat hair. Shedding is a normal process for healthy cats, in which old fur is replaced with new. All cats shed, regardless of the length of their coats. You may think that longhaired cats shed more, but that’s only because the fur they shed is so much more visible. You can’t stop your cat from shedding, nor should you – after all, it’s a natural process. However, there are ways to reduce shedding and deal with cat hair in your home. Frequent
