Featured Articles
Summer/Fall Issue: 2004
Featured Pet Tip – Dog drank antifreeze cat drank antifreeze
Antifreeze is a coolant used in cars that is deadly to cats and dogs even in small doses. Dogs especially like the taste of antifreeze because it is somewhat sweet. …
Tip – 24 – Picking up a cat – How to pick up and hold a cat or kitten
In general it is best for humans not to pick up kittens before they are 2 weeks old. From 2 – 4 weeks old only brief handling is recommended, as this often puts stress on the cat and the mother. …
Vitamin C and Guinea Pigs
What do guinea pigs and people have in common? The answer is that they are both unable to make their own vitamin C. This means that they need vitamin C supplied in their diet in the correct amount every day …
Cat Shows – Pet tip 218
The vast majority of cat owners get cats simply because they like cats and feel that they make great pets. It’s hard to disagree with that; cats are cute, cuddly, and fairly independent. Some cat owners however, are in such …
Arthritis in Dogs – Pet tip 96
Arthritis is an inflammation of the joint(s) causing discomfort due to pain and stiffness of the joint that can be debilitating. The occurrence of arthritis could be due to genetics, environmental factors, or a combination of both. Arthritis can be …
Dewlaps and Dogs
The dewlap is defined as a flap of skin beneath the lower jaw. Fat is stored beneath the surface of the skin and if an animal has a fur coat, there will be fur covering the outside of the dewlap. …
Where to buy cats and dogs – Pet tip 152
Choosing to bring a new dog or cat into your home is a big decision. It is likely only after months of planning and careful consideration that you will feel ready to finally pick up your new pet. Where you …
Dog Lice
What is dog lice? Are they the same type of lice that affect humans? What is the most effective way of getting rid of dog lice?
Sometimes even a clean, well-groomed dog can play a host to different types of …
