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How to Give First Aid to Pets

By helema23

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There are many things that are safe for use on animals that we use for our own first aid. the trick is to figure out which are safe and which are not. In this artical i will be useing my own exsperiance over the years to give a briefe example of ... more »

How to Give Medicine to a Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

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If you ever attempted to give medicine to your cat you know it can be a difficult and challenging. Just getting them to sit still can be an adventure. Following these simple tips will take the anxiety out of administering medication for you and ... more »

How to Groom Your Cat

By w1z111

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Our two cats love it when I approach them with one of their grooming brushes or combs! Our female cat is quite petite, and her fur is quite thin, so grooming her is easy, although she is a little hesitant to let me groom her tummy-fur. Our ... more »

How to Handle a Pet Emergency After Hours

By Melissa Maroff

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Face it—accidents, injuries and illness do not keep regular hours—and that applies to pets as well as humans. If you should face a medical emergency with your pet after hours—here are some tips for being prepared and providing the utmost care for ... more »

How to Have a Happier Pet

By CatsEyeEditing

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Having a happier pet does not always mean pampering and spoiling it. While it's good to make your pet feel special, it's more important to make sure that it is safe. A safe environment provides your pet with a sense of security and love... more »

How to Have a Safe Holiday With Your Cat

By slcboston

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The holidays can be a fun time for everyone, even the family cat. But if this is your first Christmas with your cat (or if you've just forgotten what the last one was like) here's what you need to do... more »

How to help allergic reactions to flea bites

By Jenncat

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Allergic reactions to flea bites.. more »

How to Help Your Cat Lose Weight

By dlmiller

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You might call your cat lazy or relaxed or laid back. That’s a cats’ lifestyle. Many cats spend a lot of time sleeping and resting, which means it’s easy for them to pack on the pounds. But overweight and obese cats have a higher risk of health ... more »

How to Inject Pet Vaccinations

By ClCornwell

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Sometimes families are not able to take their pets to the clinic for shots, due to financial restrictions or just a lack of time. It is possible to give your pet their yearly shots yourself. The only shot not available, that must be given by a ... more »

How to Introduce a New Cat to A Cat Home

By mjpolitis

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Cats are cute, and kittens are cuter, but if brought into a house containing other cats incorrectly, many problems can arise, including introduction of diseases into healthy cats who are already 'family'. By following a few simple tips, all ... more »

How to Introduce Cats to Each Other

By kjones83

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Cats, and any pets, bring joy to us. But introducing a new cat to your current cat can be a nightmare. With these tips, however, this transition can be as easy as possible for you and your pets... more »

How to Keep a Cat Dandruff-Free

By missbon

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In the winter or dry climates, some cats or other pets get dry skin and dandruff can develop. There are ways to keep your cat dandruff-free throughout the entire year in all types of climes... more »

How to Keep a Cat Safe in the Car

By eHow Pets Editor

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Most cats do not enjoy traveling in the car. This is probably because the cat has learned to associate the car with the vet. Acclimate your pet by taking her in the car to places she enjoys. In time, you can get her to associate riding in your ... more »

How to Keep Pets Safe During a Power Outage

By Jody Morse

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A power outage can be very scary. Not only do you need to worry about heat and water, but you will also need to worry about how to entertain yourself and children while the power is out. In a time like this, it is likely that you may forget about ... more »

How to keep your pets healthy

By DesireeAmber

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When you decide to get a pet, you are making the commitment to care for them for their entire life. So many times people get pets when they are babies because they are cute, then as they grow they forget about them. It angers me the lack of ... more »

How to Keep Your Cat From Getting Feline Leukemia

By wjackson

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The only way to ensure that cats do not acquire feline leukemia is to have them vaccinated against it. Feline leukemia is caused by the feline leukemia virus. Feline leukemia is a form of cancer. Here is what you should know about feline leukemia... more »

How to Know if a Pet is Stressed

By eHow Pets Editor

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Your cat is climbing the curtains; your dog continuously yawns. The bird that chirped so happily when you first brought her home now sits unmoving in its cage. Every animal reacts differently to stress. Before you can correct stress in a pet, you ... more »

How to Know if Your Cat Has Fatty Liver Disease

By Jennifer M.

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Hepatic Lipidosis--Fatty Liver Disease--can be deadly to cats if not caught early. It is important to know the symptoms so you can take your pet to the vet immediately and have her treated. This cat-specific disease can be treated successfully if ... more »

How to Leave Your Cat Alone for a Few Days

By slcboston

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Cats are easier pets than dogs. One such example is that your cat, unlike your dog, can be safely left alone in your house for a weekend or a short business trip, provided you take the necessary steps... more »

How to Live with a Vomiting Cat

By AlanK

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Cats are worshiped and feared in many cultures. They're mysterious and moody, quicker than thought, always land on their feet and are said to have nine lives. Also, as carnivores designed to hunt, they vomit quickly and without prolonged ... more »

How to Live With an Unspayed Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

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The best choice is to spay your cat, but if medical conditions prevent the procedure, you'll have to learn to live with it. Unspayed cats can be a handful even when they are not in heat. There are ways to cope with their extra needs, but you need ... more »

How to Maintain a Healthy Weight for Pets

By eHow Pets Editor

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It's important for pets to maintain a healthy weight. Obesity in dogs and cats results from an excess accumulation of body fat. Just as in humans, obesity occurs when the calories taken in are more than the calories used or burned, though there ... more »

How to Make an Herbal Anti-Flea Pillow for Your Pet

By Diana Monda Dill

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Fleas are not just pesky pests; they can infect your pet with disease, cause anemia, transmit tapeworms and torment your pet with irrepressible itching. An herbal flea pillow can offer an effective yet inexpensive way to keep those bugs at bay... more »

How to Make Natural Flea Spray

By greenliving

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Chemical flea sprays and topical pesticides not only kill fleas but also put you and your pet at risk for health problems. Making your own flea spray is an easy and cost efficient way to prevent flea infestations when you also offer your pet a ... more »

How to Make Your Cat Smarter - Kong as Cat Toy

By stlscientist

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I've never seen a KONG activity ball for cat's so I've found one that works great for a cat's small teeth. Hey Kong! Need a new R&D developer! Enjoy cat lovers..... more »

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