How Being a Cat Parent Improves Your Health: Top 5 Benefits
Being a cat parent helps keep the doctor away! Here are five ways how sharing your life with a feline friend can improve your health and well-being — physically and mentally. Cats are cute and cuddly companions — but they also offer their human companions numerous health benefits. From reducing stress to lowering blood pressure, sharing your life and home with a cat can positively impact your physical and mental well-being. Let’s explore the top five health benefits of living with cats, and why our furry felines are much...
The Art of Caring for Senior Pets
As any number of Instagram memes attest to, getting old is no joke. What’s even worse than our own creaking, croaking head, shoulders, knees, and toes though? Watching our pets age. Rusty, aching joints, struggles eating, wandering focus, lack of joy… All common to the aging process, but heart-rending nonetheless as we see their quality of life slowly go downhill. But there are ways to help your aging pet go gracefully into their golden years! The art of caring for senior pets involves prioritizing joint health, vitality, brain...
5 Special Holiday Gifts for Senior Dogs and Cats
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7 Cat Care Tips for National Cat Lovers’ Month (and Every Day)
They say that cats take care of themselves, but pet parents still have plenty of responsibilities when it comes to cat care. These seven tips in honor of National Cat Lovers’ Month will help ensure your cat lives a long, happy, and healthy life. Cats and cat lovers know that every day is unofficially Kitty’s Day, but December is formally National Cat Lovers’ Month! To help you celebrate and keep your cat in the best shape possible for as long as possible, here are some cat care tips with help from the science team at...
Why Pet-Friendly Ice Melts Aren’t Always Pet-Safe
Pet-friendly ice melts aren’t the same as pet-safe ice melts, and your dogs, cats, and even young children could be at risk with certain products. Let’s look at what a pet-safe ice melt is and what you should avoid when choosing winter products. The winter months bring a flurry of concerns for pet parents and parents of young children, especially when it comes to choosing the right ice melt. There are plenty of pet-friendly ice melts on the market, but how many of these are safe for your dog, cat, or toddler? You shouldn’t...
5 Nutraceuticals for Cats Who Are Losing Weight
Cats that lose weight because they don’t eat for long periods are said to have cachexia, and can develop serious secondary health problems. These five nutraceuticals can help manage this complicated condition. If your cat has stopped eating and is losing weight because of it, he has cachexia. This condition has a range of causes, and can lead to further serious health issues if left untreated. So it’s important to take your cat to the veterinarian as soon as possible to find out what might be at the root of his appetite and weight...
Collagen Peptides: A Boost for Aging Pets
Is collagen a magic potion? That mythical elixir of youth made real? No. But does collagen have a real potential to help man’s best friend age with a wag in their tail? Absolutely! It’s time to embrace collagen for your pet’s health and happiness. Here’s why. Understanding Collagen and Its Significance As the most abundant protein in the bodies of mammals, including dogs and cats, collagen plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. In particular, collagen serves as a building block for the body’s...
Tackling Obesity in Dogs and Cats — With Simple Low-Cal Recipes to Try
Find out why obesity is so bad for your dog or cat, and help her lose weight by addressing exercise and diet, including some nutritious low-calorie recipes. Obesity in dogs and cats has reached an all-time high. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention states that more than 50% of our dogs are overweight. Meanwhile, 25% of cats in the Western world are overweight, according to the United States National Research Council. Let’s look at the signs of obesity in dogs and cats, and why it’s so bad for their health. We’ll also...
Taking Your Dog or Cat to an Integrative Vet – How to Get the Most Out of Your Appointment
Veterinary visits are a necessary part of being a dog or cat parent. Here are some tips to help you prepare for an appointment with an integrative veterinarian, so you can get the most out of it. If you’re among the growing number of dog and cat parents seeking alternative therapies for your four-legged companion, you may be considering taking him to an integrative veterinarian. But how does integrative medicine differ from conventional medicine, and what’s the best way to prepare for your appointment? The following tips and...
5 Essential Tips to Protect Your Dog or Cat from Harsh Winter Chemicals
Ice melts are a common way to combat slips and falls in winter, but pet parents especially must be aware that these products can contain dangerous chemicals. What you want is a pet-safe ice melt that prevents slips and falls while also protecting beloved four-legged friends. These five tips will also help keep your dogs and cats safe in winter. Ice and snow mean slips and falls are common in winter, and an ice melt is a great way to keep driveways, walkways, and sidewalks safe for people and animals. But the wrong type of ice melt can be...
