Pets

There are many rabbit cages on the market, and each has its pros and cons. At first glance it may seem easy to choose from a stylish hutch and a simple cage but burrow further into their...

Hamsters are extremely prolific and fertile at a very young age. Provide plenty of bedding, water and food to make sure the mother has everything she needs to carry the babies to term.

Most every pet owner has, at some point, had to deal with getting rid of ticks. Ticks are parasites known to spread disease and feed on the blood of warm-blooded animals. If you discover a tick...

Spaying, the act of removing an animal's uterus and ovaries, is done to help prevent the spread of diseases and overpopulation among household pets, such as cats and dogs. Although the procedure...

Dogs undergoing cancer treatment frequently lose weight. Following cancer surgery, underweight dogs should eat a healthful diet high in fat and protein. The recipe provided here includes ample...

Like humans, cats experience asthma as an allergic reaction that produces bronchial spasms, restricting airflow and causing sudden severe breathing difficulty. Not only diet, but house dust,...

Clear glass windows and doors pose a hazard to flying birds because they cannot see the panes. Glass reflects objects that the bird may think are real, such as trees, grass and the sky. The Bird...

Cutting your dog's toenails is an important part of his or her health maintenance. Unless they are cut, the nails will keep growing---ultimately into your dog's foot pads. While nail clippers are...

Uroeze is a veterinary medication that contains ammonium chloride used to raise the urine pH of dogs and cats. Despite its effectiveness at treating bladder stones, Uroeze has the potential to...

Not all domestic cats receive adequate amounts of calcium in their diets, especially if the cat eats a homemade diet. Even cat owners who feed their cats an all-natural and high-quality diet...

Pet owners who have cats with diabetes know how challenging it can be to give those daily insulin injections. Even the most patient kitty can become uncooperative when the procedure is unpleasant....

Ear mites are tiny creatures that like to live in the ears of cats. The ear is a warm, cozy home for them, but their presence will cause lots of irritation and distress to your cat. It is...

While petting your dog, you notice a flat, round, brown- or light tan-colored mound protruding from your dog's fur. Upon further investigation, you realize that the impostor is latched onto your...

Dogs that chew on rugs have an expensive and destructive habit. Rug chewing not only ruins your rugs, it can also lead to other forms of destructive chewing, such as on your shoes, furniture and...

Boundary training is a tool for dog owners who want to restrict their dogs to one location without restricting their movements. Boundary training works inside or outside, limiting the dog to an...

The pig embryo begins to develop from the moment of conception--the time when the boar's sperm penetrates the cell walls of the sow's ova. Within 14 to 16 hours, the single fertilized cell has...

Spindle cell sarcoma or carcinoma is a type of cancer normally seen in connective tissues of dogs. Sarcoma refers to the supportive tissues, while carcinoma refers to the area of the body such as...

Horseshoes are available in many materials, such as steel, aluminum and rubber. The type of shoe is chosen depending on what the horse is doing and how the shoe can improve the horse's performance...

A cat's runny nose can be the result of a cold, virus or even a sinus infection. A runny nose is as uncomfortable and annoying for cats as it is for humans. Just like in humans, a cat's runny...

Peace lilies are seasonal red or white flowers that are often given as gifts during the holidays. Though common in many households, peace lilies are poisonous to cats. Other types of flowers in...

Keeping a pond healthy means maintaining a healthy ecosystem. An integral part of the equation is a thriving colony of beneficial bacteria. Beneficial bacteria work by removing plant and fish...

Equine warts (also referred to as viral papillomatosis or viral papillomas) are bumps that appear in clusters around a horse's face and sometimes the genitalia. Usually, warts only affect horses...

Skin problems that cause itching and scratching are one of the most common reasons cat owners seek veterinary attention. Skin problems can be caused by parasites, allergies or an underlying...

Mice can be nuisances in both the home and outdoors, but they can also act as carriers of disease and be a potential danger to you and your family. If you have a mouse infestation in or around...

Neo-Predef powder is a medication for dogs, cats and horses. Despite its effectiveness at treating bacterial ear and skin infection, Neo-Predef poses a risk for side effects in some animals.

Young kittens may urinate on your carpet if they are not familiar with using the litter box. Also, older cats and cat who are ill may sometime urinate outside of their litter box. It's important...

Rashes caused by feline miliary dermatitis, also known as cat eczema, are extremely common in domesticated cats. These itchy rashes are caused by allergies and may be worsened by nutritional...

Worm farms serve a variety of purposes---they decompose food and waste for your compost file, provide fertilizer for gardens, and supply bait for fishing. Worm farms are easy to set up on both...

The brown water snake undergoes the same life cycle stages as all other water snakes, along with most garter snakes. Brown water snakes are primarily found in bodies of water in Texas, Iowa and...

Canine parvovirus, which is usually called parvo, is a disease that normally affects puppies and sometimes older dogs. Parvo kills cells in the puppy's digestive tract, causing severe...

No insect has brought as much joy, color and folklore to the world as the ladybug. The presence of a ladybug is said to forecast good weather, good crops, marriage, children, money and more....

Most dog owners feed kibble, canned food or semi-moist food from packets. Another dog food choice does exist in the form of freeze-dried food. While expensive, freeze-dried food offers convenience...

Vivariums are a relatively uncommon type of aquarium. Designed for living plants and animals, a vivarium is especially suited for keeping reptiles and amphibians. These unique tanks consist of...

Red and white clover are two types of clover commonly used to plant or replant pastures, and are very useful in improving the quality of the pasture already in existence by providing nitrogen. For...

K9 Advantix is used on dogs as a preventative against fleas and ticks. Despite scientific evidence that Advantix and its active ingredients (permethrin and imidacloprid) are safe for dogs, the...

The smell of dog odor in a carpet can be very annoying and sometimes sickening. When guests are around, for example, unpleasant carpet smells can ruin an otherwise good celebration. It is hard to...

English Bulldogs are prone to allergies, which are most commonly seen in their face. English Bulldog nasal and throat passages are more constricted because of the size and shape of their noses and...

"Papillon" is French for butterfly, and looking at a papillon's ears it's not difficult to see why they are given this name.

Bed bugs are an all too common nuisance within the home. These pests invade our sheets and parasitically feed off of our bodies at night, spreading disease and causing sickness. Some people may...

When your dog wants to go outside, it will either look at you when standing by the door, tap on the door with its paw, bark or jump on the door. Dogs may more likely jump on glass doors when...

Whether you get a puppy or a full-grown dog, and whether you've had your pooch for three months or 13 years, there's always a chance that your four-legged friend will use your home as a toilet....

Air fresheners can cause inhalant dog allergies. Active outdoor dogs are more vulnerable to canine allergies. An indicator of dog allergies is an abnormal amount of itching. The first step in...

The spleen works to store blood for emergencies, removes bad blood cells and helps the immune system. Your dog can live without its spleen, but if the spleen has a tumor, it can be fatal.

Puppies develop very quickly in their first few weeks of life. While they are still dependent on their mother, they are keen to begin exploring their new world.

Aquariums are an enormously popular piece of décor in many homes across America. They're also very common, with many being bought pre-owned at thrift or second-hand stores. Unfortunately,...

All pet birds squawk and scream to some degree, with the exception of songbirds. Habitual, constant screaming, however, is not normal. If your bird squawks and screams all day or seemingly for no...

Though popular, aquariums can sometimes be very expensive, often ranging up into the hundreds, even thousands of dollars for larger tanks. Luckily, there are many options for purchasing used...

Nephritis is the inflammation of one or both kidneys. Pyelonephritis in cows is infectious nephritis caused by a bacterial infection of the kidney. This infection is usually a result of an...

Turtles are fun pets that many people enjoy keeping. Turtles come in a wide variety, ranging from fully aquatic to land based turtles. Semi aquatic turtles live on land for the most part and only...

Rabbits get sick easily, especially if their living conditions are unsanitary or poorly managed. Respiratory symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes are common in rabbits and should...