They say you should never look a gift horse in the mouth, but finding flaws in holiday presents could save pet parents an unexpected trip to the vet—and a blow to their budgets. Petplan claims data shows that treatments during a holiday week can cost twice as much (or more!) than at other times of […]
Winter weather is in full swing for many parts of the country and many parts of the country are already experiencing snowfall, ice, and sub-freezing temperatures. It’s a time to get cozy, break out the blankets, light the fireplace, and cuddle with your furriest feline friends. But the cuddly winter season isn’t without its hazards.
If you have a cat, you know that on certain occasions, there are practical reasons why your cat may need to wear clothing. Here are some of our top reasons you may need to put clothes on your cat. Skin Conditions Even a healthy cat can develop a skin condition due to excessive grooming, injury,
Our first list of 25 Ways to Make Your Cat Happy was a hit with cat parents, so here are 25 MORE ways to make your cat purr with happiness! Read your cat a story. Perhaps he’d like one of these books about cats! Let your kids read to your cat, too. If they’re learning
Although cats have a reputation for being independent animals, that definitely doesn’t mean, “no care necessary.” Even the most experienced cat owners make mistakes. But, avoiding these common ones will result in a healthier, happier cat and a better relationship between you and your furry companion! Here are five mistakes cat owners make. Failure to
Whilst it is natural to assume your furry friend won’t need vaccinations if it lives exclusively indoors, this is not the case. Although it is true that indoor cats are less likely to be exposed to viruses and parasites, there are still several ways that they can contract illnesses. Why does my indoor cat need
Having pets in your home and part of your family is a truly special thing, but there are certain responsibilities and problems that come with being a cat or dog owner. Two common problems all pet owners face are fleas and worms – two species that, once they have infected your pet, can pose a
Many of us like to decorate our homes with live plants. However, did you know there is an extensive list of plants that are toxic to your cat? Since cats are notorious for munching on plants, we’ve compiled a list of some of the common household plants that should be permanently banned from your home.
Despite 75,000 complaints and reports of 1,700 pet deaths, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has not issued a warning to pet parents using the nation’s most popular flea and tick collar. An investigative report published by USA Today found that the EPA has documented 75,000 complaints against Bayer’s Seresto flea and tick collar. Among those,
With summer officially here, your pets will be clamoring to go outside and run around in the yard. In order to keep your dogs and cats safe, however, it’s incredibly important to be aware of the type of harmful plants that could be around your home. ProFlowers has put together a comprehensive list of 199
