Author: danpetsite
What Is It About Cats And Water That Makes Them So Fearful? Why does your cat hate water However, is it true that cats and water don’t get along? Why do cats despise water so much if this is the case? It’s critical to distinguish fact from myth while trying to understand why many cats are reluctant to get into the water. Certain varieties of cats, such as Persians, even enjoy taking a dip in the pool. Water and Cats Have a Discouraging Relationship Cats dislike water for a variety of reasons, but no one knows for sure why…
Thunder and Anxiety in Dogs: How to Help Your Dog Cope Among dogs, the fear of thunder is a widespread phobia. It is typically characterized by behaviours such as hiding, whining, barking, pawing, or even urine. No one knows for certain what causes dogs to be scared of thunder. Some breeds appear to be more susceptible to the condition than others. The treatment of thunder anxiety can be challenging, but it is necessary to try because the worry tends to get more pronounced as one grows older. Thunderstorm anxiety in dogs can manifest itself in a variety of ways,…
What motivates Dogs to Chase Squirrels? Once again, your dog is chasing another creature in your backyard. While they’re preferred little creatures maybe squirrels, your dog is not selective. They chase anything they see, whether it’s a bunny, raccoon, possum, or anything else. Why is it that your dog pursues squirrels and other small hairy creatures? While the behaviour has been mostly benign thus far, you’re concerned that the chase may result in your dog becoming loose and subsequently lost — or, worse, being bitten by the other animal. If you’ve been wondering why your dog enjoys squirrel hunting, this…
Keeping Pet Food Safe and Dry When it comes to the quality and freshness of your cat and dog food, where you keep it can make a major impact. Hill’s dry and canned cat and dog food can be stored in a variety of ways, but here are some of the most often asked questions and best practices. What is the best way to keep dry food for my cat or dog? It is recommended that the pet food from Science Diet, Healthy Advantage, and Prescription Diet be stored in a cold, dry place under 100°F (38°C).…
What makes cats want to eat plastic? Another day, another noise from another room, and when you peek into the other room to check, you find your feline companion gnawing on a plastic bag as if nothing has changed. What you’re most likely wondering is why your cat enjoys consuming plastic and how you may distract your cat’s interest away from the potential dangers that come with it. What’s the deal with plastic? What is it about my cat that makes her try to chew plastic bags? Essentially, she does it because she enjoys it. There are several reasons why…
Cats with Ringworm: Signs, Diagnosis, and Treatment Ringworm is without a doubt one of the most misunderstood of all medical terminology. Ringworm in cats isn’t caused by parasites, despite the fact that many people think it is. Fungal infection of the skin is the most common cause of ringworm in cats, which is also known as dermatophytosis. The fungus Microsporum canis is the most common cause. What Causes Ringworm in Cats? The problem with ringworm is that it is impossible to escape. Fungal organisms can be found in almost any part of the environment and can cause cat ringworm.…
It sounds funny to think that a little Chihuahua would be able to stop a thief. If you think about it, other than yapping and possibly causing lots of harm with their sharp little teeth, any criminal could easily pick up the Chihuahua and the dog’s effort to stop crimes would be in vain. However, Carly, a Chihuahua from St. Johns, Canada became a hero when her yapping alerted her owners of a man that was trying to steal her fur sibling, a Newfoundland named Silas. The pet owners let her dog’s out around 8:00 p.m. and a minute later…
Training Your Cat to Be Obedient Using a Variety of Techniques Cats Obedient Training Keep training sessions to a minimum. Concentrate on a single command at a time, and once it is mastered, move on to the next command. Practice the commands in a variety of various locations around the house so that she becomes accustomed to responding to you in a variety of scenarios as she grows older. If you’re having trouble with other elements of your kitten’s training, such as getting her to stay still for grooming or getting her acclimated to travelling by car, you can…
Cats A cat has 32 muscles in each ear. All the better for them to eavesdrop on your conversations and plot your demise. Elephants Elephants can smell water up to 3 miles away. They are also one of the three mammals that undergo menopause the other two being humpback whales and human females. Beavers Because beavers teeth never stop growing, they must constantly gnaw on objects to keep them at a manageable length. Their teeth would eventually grow into their brain if they didn’t maintain them. Turtles You can tell a turtle’s gender by the noise it makes. Males grunt…
Is it Safe for Dogs to Eat Turkey? If you have a meat-loving dog, it might be very tempting to share a juicy slice of turkey with him, especially around the holidays. Can dogs, on the other hand, safely consume turkey? Continue reading to find out why it’s usually not in your dog’s best interests to share your Thanksgiving turkey meat, as well as why dogs and turkey bones are a potentially deadly combination. Is Turkey Meat Safe for Dogs to Consume? The fact that turkey is a regular ingredient in dog treats and food may have escaped your…