3 Things You Need To Know About Leptospirosis In Dogs

If you're like others who share your life and home with a canine companion, you naturally want your furry friend to enjoy good health, a long life, and a generally happy, struggle-free existence. A big part of achieving this is ensuring that your dog sees a vet for checkups on a regular basis and that they're kept current on vaccinations. Some vaccinations, such as the one for rabies, are mandatory for getting your pet licensed or for taking it on a commercial flight, but there are others you should consider as well. [Read More]

3 Vaccines Your Outdoor Cat Needs

If you keep your cat outdoors, it's important to understand that he or she is at a higher risk of sustaining injuries and contracting diseases than if you were to keep the cat inside. Luckily, you can protect against a lot of the most common diseases by vaccinating your cat. Here are three vaccines your outdoor cat absolutely needs. 1. Rabies Indoor cats should have rabies vaccines too, but the shot is even more important for cats who will be outdoors. [Read More]

Fancy A Fine Feline? What To Do Before Investing In A Purebred Cat To Ensure The Purrfect Match

While any cat can provide the companionship, affection, and fun that makes having one so special, if you're interested in a purebred feline, you've more work to do than if you were less finicky. Since purebred animals cost a lot more and can come with unique issues specific to their lineage, you want to ensure the pet you purchase is as close to "purrfect" as possible. Get To Know The Breed [Read More]

Three Common Household Staples That Are Poisonous To Cats

You've undoubtedly heard it said many times that curiosity killed the cat and have rightly chalked it up to an old wive's tale. However, like most old wive's tales, this saying is built around a kernel of truth. Cats are innately curious, which often leads them to get into things they shouldn't — and this is particularly true of anything resembling food, which is why it's important for those who share their homes with feline friends to be vigilant about leaving anything within reach that may adversely affect the cat's health if ingested. [Read More]