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The Tellington TTouch Method: What Is It?
March 28th, 2019 by Cuteness TeamThe Tellington TTouch (not a typo) method focuses on healing, positive animal training, and communication. In particular, this method helps people relate to animals compassionately to help develop a deeper connection. The method was developed by Linda Tellington-Jones, Ph.D. (Hon) four decades ago. Since inception, the Tellington TTouch method has helped rehabilitate wildlife, zoo animals,… Read More
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The Tellington TTouch Method: What Is It?
03/28/2019 by Cuteness TeamThe Tellington TTouch (not a typo) method focuses on healing, positive animal training, and communication. In particular, this method helps people relate to animals compassionately to help develop a deeper connection. The method was developed by Linda Tellington-Jones, Ph.D. (Hon) four decades ago. Since inception, the Tellington TTouch method has helped rehabilitate wildlife, zoo animals,… Read More
March 28th, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
How to Take Your Cat for a Walk
03/25/2019 by Colleen WilliamsIt’s the pet parent’s responsibility to provide an ample amount of play and exercise for their pets, but sometimes we fall short! Dog parents get in their pup’s workout through dog walks and outdoor play, hamsters are given toys and exercise wheels to get them to stay in shape, but how do we get… Read More
March 25th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Urinary Crystals in Cats: O’Reilly’s Story
03/21/2019 by Colleen WilliamsCats suffer from urinary tract infections, blockages, and kidney issues rather frequently, and their symptoms can sometimes all seem similar. Blockages can be life-threatening; if a cat has a urinary blockage, this condition can be fatal within 7 days, so any symptoms of urinary distress should be brought up to your vet at once. When… Read More
March 21st, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
How Do Cats Say Thank You?
03/18/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMCats have a famous reputation for being aloof and independent. We are convinced that they take joy in turning their noses up at us while secretly plotting how to take over the world. Contrary to our suspicions that cats are antisocial and busy planning world domination, recent studies have reported that cats love being around… Read More
March 18th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
How Cats React to Catnip
03/08/2019 by Colleen WilliamsCatnip, also known as catmint or catswort, is a perennial herb, commonly found all around the world. It is aptly named due to its known psychoactive effects on cats. Scientifically referred to as Nepeta cataria, catnip usually grows up to 100 cm but can reach up to 3 ft in height. The plant retains a… Read More
March 8th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Antibiotic Resistance in Pets
03/01/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMSince the era of antibiotic usage began in the 1940s (approximately a decade after Sir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin), antibiotics have transformed the practice of both human and veterinary medicine. They have allowed physicians and veterinarians to combat bacterial infections and save countless lives in the process. However, it wasn’t long before bacteria started developing… Read More
March 1st, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
Can Cats See Phone Screens?
02/25/2019 by Cuteness TeamWe’ve all seen those cute videos online of cats playing fishing games on phones and tablets, but how much can they see on phone screens? Cats see blues better than other colors, which can help with phone screens. Eyes are made up of two kinds of receptors – rods and cones, and cones are the… Read More
February 25th, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
Can Cats Smell Cancer In Humans?
02/25/2019 by Cuteness TeamIt’s no secret dogs have an amazing sense of smell, from sniffing out bombs to sniffing out human ailments, like low blood sugar. But, what about cats? Can they sniff out human diseases? Some pet parents claim their cats detected their cancer. There’s anecdotal evidence that cats have detected cancer in their humans. A woman… Read More
February 25th, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
10 Signs It’s Time to Take Your Cat to the Vet
02/18/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldPet parents often struggle with the question of whether they should head to the vet or wait it out when their pet is feeling “off”. We completely understand the hesitancy, especially when we’re talking about cats since they’re typically not fans of carriers, car rides, or strange places. Finances should be taken into consideration as… Read More
February 18th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould
