Although your aging cat may not be a frisky kitten anymore, given the proper care your pet can stay healthy and happy throughout their senior and geriatric years. […]
Your pets can’t tell you where or how much it hurts but they suffer from pain just as we do. Animals have evolved to hide their pain as a protection against predators. […]
All dogs age differently but most dogs enter their senior years at about 7 years old (a little sooner for larger dogs) and begin to slow down and may gain weight more easily. An aging dog’s behavioural, mobility and temperamental changes will give you clues as to what they may need. […]
Surgery can be challenging for both pets and their owners. The recovery process is usually simple, but the first few days and weeks after surgery require special care for your pet. […]
When we humans are in pain, we generally talk about it. Your dog or cat can’t tell you where or how much it hurts and usually mask their pain. Animals have evolved to withdraw and hide the signs of pain because any display would put them at risk with predators. […]
Canada’s climate affects the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites, such as worms, in cats. As with many other parasites, the risk of infection increases in warmer months. […]
Animals have a remarkable knack for stealing our hearts, and it doesn’t take long to develop a deep emotional bond with a new pet. […]
There is a common misconception that cats are low-maintenance pets. They’re not high-maintenance pets, but they need certain things. A lot of these responsibilities are easy to uphold and becomes routine; others only require occasional attention. […]
