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Cat Facts: Persian
June 15th, 2018 by Wendy Rose GouldWith its smooshy face and big eyes, some argue that the Persian is one of the most visually striking and downright adorable cat breeds. Due to their appearance and sweet, docile nature, this fancy cat is a popular choice for commercials and kitty food packaging, so we wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve seen them around!… Read More
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Cat Facts: Persian
06/15/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldWith its smooshy face and big eyes, some argue that the Persian is one of the most visually striking and downright adorable cat breeds. Due to their appearance and sweet, docile nature, this fancy cat is a popular choice for commercials and kitty food packaging, so we wouldn’t be surprised if you’ve seen them around!… Read More
June 15th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Is Neosporin Safe for Pets?
06/14/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldYes, it is OK to use Neosporin on your dog with veterinarian approval, but we do not recommend using it on cats. After receiving some veterinarian feedback, we have restricted our recommendation to dogs only, as there have been reports of cats having life-threatening anaphylactic reactions to the antibiotic ingredients in Neosporin (most specifically in ophthalmic preparations… Read More
June 14th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Here’s Why Cats Love Sleeping on Top of You
06/06/2018 by Cuteness TeamIf you’re lucky enough to have a cuddly cat, you’re probably familiar with that feeling of waking up to a warm, furry lump on your back or stomach. (Life could be worse.) So, why is it that so many cats like to lay on their humans’ laps or chests and purr themselves to sleep? Let’s… Read More
June 6th, 2018 by Cuteness Team -
Pet Appreciation Week
06/04/2018 by Colleen WilliamsPet appreciation week?! More like pet appreciation EVERY DAY. Most of us are so grateful for our pets, a week set aside to appreciate them hardly seems like enough. However, this holiday week was created in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical Association to start an awareness campaign that honors the significance of our furriest… Read More
June 4th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
8 Ways to Celebrate National Hug Your Cat Day
06/04/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldAdmittedly, things have gotten a little carried away in regard to making a holiday out of an everyday item, ailment, or task. For example, there’s “Pick Strawberries Day,” “Rollercoaster Day,” “Towel Day,” and “Hot Sauce Day.” That said, we do love a good excuse to cozy on up to our favorite floofs and celebrate “National… Read More
June 4th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
The Dangers of Sago Palm
05/25/2018 by Colleen WilliamsA staple of a sun-drenched patio, the sago palm has enjoyed many gardening fans over the years. But many pet parents have discovered they’re not a pet-friendly plant and that they’re very poisonous. One of our pet parents, Rochelle, discovered her mini Australian shepherd Jemma munching on a sago palm tree. After the almost… Read More
May 25th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Why Is My Cat Drooling?
05/18/2018 by Colleen WilliamsA cat’s mouth – and a human’s – is constantly producing saliva to prevent dryness as well as moisten food. Saliva also contains an antibacterial agent that helps keep kitty clean and heals wounds faster. Even perfectly healthy senior cats commonly drool, and some felines are dribblers from birth. “It seems that a small but significant percentage… Read More
May 18th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
5 Ways to Make Eating More Enjoyable for Cats
05/11/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldYour domesticated feline may love snuggling up to you on a cozy couch or perhaps they prefer spending most of their time in the predatory-free quarters of your family home. However, that doesn’t change the inherent hunting and chasing instincts their non-tamed ancestors passed down. Fact: undomesticated felines can spend 60 to 80 percent of… Read More
May 11th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Busting the Myth of Expensive Vet Care
05/07/2018 by Colleen WilliamsThis post originally appeared on ProjectPawsitive.com, written by Dr. Melissa Magnuson Veterinary care is medical care; and it is no different from human health care but is considerably less costly. Here are some myths about veterinary medicine that clients have told me: Myth 1: Veterinarians are not REAL doctors. Just like human medical doctors, veterinarians (aka veterinary… Read More
May 7th, 2018 by Colleen Williams
