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Providing a happy and healthy life for your pet is a goal for most people who have an animal as part of their family. Naturally, you want to do all you can to ensure they have everything they need. When it comes to cats, they can be well adept at covering up signs they're not feeling well, making it more difficult for their owners to notice there's something going on. However, despite this tendency, there are some common mistakes you can avoid as a way to ensure your cat is healthy! ...

Pancreatitis in dogs is a common yet serious health issue that affects dogs of all kinds. The condition refers to severe inflammation of the pancreas, which is the organ involved in the digestion of food and release of insulin. When left untreated, pancreatitis is potentially life-threatening. There's a number of risk factors and causes, however, it can appear out of the blue. The sometimes spontaneous appearance of pancreatitis is just one reason it's so important to know the sig...

Bringing a new kitten into the family is both an exciting and challenging time. Knowing how to adequately care for this new addition is at the forefront of your mind. Feeding time with a new pet can be stressful - ensuring that they not only eat enough but eat the right nutrients is a top priority. As kittens generally join human families between the ages of 6 to 8 weeks, they're around the age where they are weaned from their mothers and can begin eating more solid foods.   ...

Desexing your pet presents many different health benefits. But, most of the time we are unsure of what these benefits actually are, which can lead us to wonder why we are putting our pets through this common routine procedure. We've put together a list of common questions regarding desexing so you know what you can expect and relax knowing your pet is in the best hands.   1) When should you desex your pet? Typically, we recommend desexing dogs from 4 to 6 months of age...

Knowing the signs of dehydration will help you keep your pet safe from a potentially fatal condition. With the summer months upon us, dogs are more susceptible to dehydrate though dehydration can occur at any time throughout the year. Dehydration is no laughing matter - it's a serious condition that can rapidly become a life or death situation for a dog. Understanding the signs will help you take action quickly.   What are the symptoms of a dehydrated dog? Loss of elasti...