Place cat food away from water

The cat food bowls here at home are separated from the water.

I know it would be just easier to place your cat’s food dish beside the water bowl. That’s what I did for the longest time. But your cat won’t appreciate it.

The cat … [Read more]

Prevent your pet from starting a fire

My feline brother, Mishimi. (Anibal Caride photo)

Nearly 1,000 house fires each year are accidentally started by pets, according to the National Fire Protection Association.

Here are some tips to prevent your pet from starting a fire from The American Kennel Club … [Read more]

What to ask your vet

Out there... (Photo courtesy of Jussara Razze on Flickr)

Here is a very useful list of questions you should ask your veterinarian when he or she prescribes medication for your pet. This list was produced by the Center for Veterinary Medicine of … [Read more]

How to keep fleas off your pet

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By Christine Hayden*

With summer upon us, fleas are everywhere our pets travel.  They can cause a variety of ailments to our pets and great discomfort to humans. Dogs and cats are allergic to … [Read more]

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Don't let your pet overheat

Yogi refreshing himself at the doggie pond. (Anibal Caride photo)

The summer of 2010 has already produced record-setting heat waves in many cities, including the Northeast. And high temperatures can be very dangerous, even deadly, to our pets.

Dr. W. Ron DeHaven, chief executive … [Read more]

How to remove a tick

Wildflower sun flare. (Photo courtesy of Browndog on Flickr)

Tick season is here. We are all very worried about preventing tick infestations, but what to so when they have already bitten our cats and dogs?

I have heard of applying fingernail polish, a … [Read more]