Pets

Your well-trained cat just urinated outside of her litter box again. In exasperation, you wonder if this is a behavioral issue. More than likely, it is a medical issue that needs resolving. Feline...

No pet owner wants their dog diagnosed with kidney failure. The kidneys filter toxins through urine, preventing poisoning in the body. There are several symptoms of kidney failure, including...

Proper care of your humming bird feeder is essential to the health of the hummingbirds that visit your garden or patio each day. Daily monitoring of the feeder will be necessary to check for any...

Decreasing the pH of water may be a necessary task in many home aquariums. Certain types of fish, particularly those from the Amazon regions of South America, prefer a pH level lower than the...

Giardia is a protozoan parasite found in dogs, as well as other mammals. It causes extreme intestinal and stomach upset. Giardia is zoonotic, meaning that it can be passed from one species of...

A good bird seed is the type of seed that birds love. Decide what kinds of birds you want to attract. You can buy pre-packaged bird seed, but many of them have fillers added. Fillers are seeds...

Dogs jump at the door due to overexcitement, to assert dominance or because the behavior is rewarded. Locking the dog in another room as a correction simply results in damage to a different door....

Water's pH is one of the most vital aspects of its chemistry in terms of keeping aquarium fish. It is essentially a measure of the water's alkalinity or acidity, based on a 0 to 14 scale, with 7.0...

Nasal lymphoma is an extra-nodal tumor related to a family of malignant cancer that commonly seen in cats. Though older cats are at an increased risk for developing lymphoma, this cancer can also...

All dogs need some amount of grooming--even shorthaired dogs need to be bathed and have their nails trimmed--but owners of double-coated dogs know that regular grooming is essential to prevent...

Multiple myeloma in the dog is a cancer that originates in the bone marrow. Treatment usually includes chemotherapy, fluids and antibiotics. Although chemotherapy can improve the condition in...

When vestibular disease (sometimes known as "dizzy kitty") suddenly affects a healthy cat, the difference in behavior can be dramatic.

Seizures in four-week-old puppies are uncommon, but they can arise from many sources, including fever, hypoglycemia, parasites, reactions to food or foreign substances, heredity, and idiopathic...

A well-manicured lawn is truly a site to behold. Some people work hours on end to make their lawns picture perfect, but a dog's urine stains can threaten to ruin the look of the lawn. Since dog...

Lipomas are benign fatty tumors most often occurring subcutaneously. These tumors are usually considered a cosmetic rather than health issue in dogs. Surgical removal is recommended only if the...

Stall mats improve the mental and physical health of horses and are safer than traditional dirt or cement flooring. Stall mats are an advance in smart equine management, reducing costs in several...

A popular diet for dogs is a grain-free food that is high in protein. Dogs in the wild needed a lot of protein because they were working. Domestic dogs, for the most part, do not do a lot of work,...

Salmonella is an intestinal bacterium that affects cattle of all ages, especially those who are pregnant, young or stressed. Being familiar with signs and symptoms of salmonella in calves can help...

Dogs very rarely have heart attacks in the same way that humans do. Heart attacks are most commonly caused by a blockage in the arteries. This is usually due to high cholesterol or fat buildup...

As part of the typical digestion process for dogs, urea, a form of ammonia, is released. In very strong concentrations, this ammonia is capable of burning the grass where the dog urinated, which...

Leopard tortoises can make beautiful and aesthetically pleasing pets. However, you should make sure when you build your tortoise's pen that it has plenty of room and all the right feeding, dirt...

Located in the front of your dog's neck, below the voice box, the thyroid gland releases thyroxine to regulate the body's tissue metabolism. When the thyroid does not produce enough thyroxine, the...

Radio Fence Plus consists of two key components: a long wire barrier that can be buried and a collar equipped with an electromagnetic field sensor, small siren and battery-powered shock terminal....

Reptiles are immensely popular in the exotic pet trade, and many owners take great liberties in decorating their enclosures to represent the beauty of their natural habitats. Nothing can emulate...

Your cat needs to exercise her claws regularly, both for fun and to shed old nail sheaths when her new claws grow in. But if you want to keep her from shredding your furniture, consider how she'd...

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, flatulence occurs when gas accumulates in a dog's intestinal tract and colon. It is the expulsion of this gas that most...

There are many causes of liver disease in dogs, but the symptoms are similar. They include increased thirst, frequent urination, weight loss, loss of appetite, diarrhea, vomiting, lethargy and...

Cats with a low red blood cell count are diagnosed with feline anemia. This condition can act as an indicator for other diseases. Several symptoms will alert you if your cat has anemia.

Acepromazine, known by the brand name Promace, is a tranquilizer and also classified as an antihistamine. It is available in tablets and injections in 5 mg, 10 mg and 25 mg doses.

Millions of dollars are awarded each year to animal welfare organizations in the form of grant monies. Grants are awarded to organizations who apply for grants that meet specific needs. Public-...

Treating mouth cancer in cats is difficult and not often successful in the long term. There is no cure, but the earlier the cancer is identified the more likely it is that treatment will be...

Yeasts are found living on the surfaces of all living things, including dogs. When your dog's immune system is weak, yeast can mass produce causing toxins to disable the immune system and pose...

Dietary supplements are often effective in improving the symptoms of arthritis in dogs, including pain and impaired joint function. Some dogs will require more extensive treatment than supplements...

Heat exhaustion is a life-threatening condition triggered by exercise, particularly on hot and humid days. Dogs displaying symptoms of heat exhaustion should be moved into a shady or...

Dogs may lose bladder control due to illness and/or old age. A medical problem is typically at fault if a house-trained dog suddenly begins urinating indoors. If a health problem is ruled out by...

There is lots of dog daycare in many major cities of the United States to help owners take care of their pets when they are at work or on vacation. Lots of people are working all day so that have...

If you are a new owner to a Betta fish but your not sure ho to take care of one, this is the guide for you. I will cover all of the basics you need to know on taking care of a Betta fish.

If you've just adopted a puppy or are planning on adopting, you have some work ahead. Potty training is not the only chore to accomplish. Puppies can eat your house right off of it's foundation....

This is one disease in pets that we as loving responsible pet owners should never ever take lightly. The disease is caused by a virus dating back to 1978 when there were no injections available...

Itchy flaky skin on dogs is an all too common problems with many pet owners. There are many reasons for the conditions of the skin that it makes it difficult to diagnose the actual causes. Not...

If you are looking for the perfect family dog, there is none better than the beautiful Golden Retriever. They are very playful and affectionate with such a good-natured personality. This is one...

Our dogs are not just our pets, but as much and more than just a member of our families. Whenever a dog is kept out of doors for such periods of time there is always the question of their proper...

Learn how to make your dog learn how not to eat his or her poop.

If your dog suffers from whipworm don't worry there are simple cures for this type of infection. Whipworm is a common infection and they live in the dogs large intestine and are predisposed in...

Getting a cat from the Humane Society is an excellent option. They usually have a wide varity of colors, personalities, and ages.

Caring for bengal cats is not difficult. A bengal cat is a domesticated cat that resembles a wild cat such a tiger. Bengal cats are beautiful animals that make great pets. A bengal cat is tame and...

Installing a wild bird feeder that's squirrel proof is easier than you think. You can spend a hundred dollars on shepherd's hooks or other contraptions, or you can spend $6 on a bracket and some...

If your pet has ever had fleas or has ever brought home these annoying little "friends" you need to arm yourself with these tips to help get rid of them.

It's the time a year when everyone wants to dress up for Halloween. Dog owners love to get in on the action to. Dressing your pooch up for Halloween can be lots of fun. Unfortunately a lot of...

Researching a dog breed beforehand is a solid idea. Children become so attached and quickly, it is sad to bring a dog into the home to have to give it back or find another home for it. By learning...