How To Make Homemade Dog Food in a Slow Cooker
Many pet parents wish it were as simple as picking up a bag of kibble and feeling confident they are making the best choice for their dog’s health. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to navigate ingredients, sourcing, and quality. This is why some pet parents explore homemade dog food. Preparing meals at home allows you to know exactly what goes into your dog’s bowl, and it does not have to be complicated or time consuming. If you have a slow cooker, m
7 Simple House Cleaning Tips for Cat Parents
Studies have shown that sharing life with a cat reduces stress, strengthens the immune system and lowers the risk of stroke. For most of us, these benefits more than make up for the extra housework cats may cause us. The fact is that cats have a seemingly endless supply of hair to spread around furniture, carpets and beds. And of course, there’s the litter box. Keeping a home clean and odor-free may sometimes seem like an impossible task. It doesn’t need to be this way though
What to Do When Your Cat Won’t Eat
Cats can be finicky eaters. Some cats simply decide from one day to the next that they no longer like a food they’ve been happily eating before. This can be frustrating for cat parents, and it’s not something to take lightly. A cat who stops eating is always a concern, and a cat who hasn’t eaten anything for more than 24-48 hours may be developing hepatic lipidosis, a potentially life-threatening condition also known as fatty liver disease. Rule out a medical issue If your c
4 Tips To Easily Give Your Dog Medicine
If you’ve ever had to give your dog medicine then you know it can be a difficult task. For some pups, just the sight of a pill bottle or medicine-filled syringe is enough to send them running to the other room. But here’s the good news: Medicine time doesn’t have to be stressful for you or your pooch. Read on for four tips! 1. Create Your Own Pill Pockets Dogs are food driven creatures and will typically scarf down a treat without realizing (or caring) there’s medicine hidi
Urinary Tract Infections In Dogs (UTI): Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI) then you know it can be quite uncomfortable and painful. Oh, I can feel the awful burn just thinking about it. While UTIs are quite common in humans (especially for us women), did you know your dog can get a UTI too? According to Merck Veterinary Manual: “Bacterial UTI is the most common infectious disease of dogs, affecting 14% of all dogs during their lifetime.” So, since our canine companions can’t simply tell us when th
