Supplements for Cats
Do check with your vet before giving your cat any cat supplements. Some people feel that a well fed, healthy cat does not need any supplements at all while others think that supplements help to prevent disease and maintain cat health. There are several varieties of supplements freely available these days and it [...]
Xylitol Side Effects in Dogs
Xylitol is a substitute for sugar that is found in substances like toothpastes, candies, chewing gums and baked food and are considered a great alternative by diabetic patients or by those who are on a diet low in carbohydrates as the amount of insulin released is less. However, this substance is [...]
Chocolate is widely enjoyed and a favorite with almost everyone, regarded as a yummy treat to people of any age. Though it may be a great treat for us, it is a big no-no for your dogs. Chocolate is said to be toxic for your dogs. Chocolates are not toxic for humans because the way [...]
Gestation refers to the time when a female dog is pregnant with this period normally lasting for 60 to 64 days which is about nine weeks. The number of days, however, differs from breed to breed. A surprising fact about female dogs is that they have menstrual cycles that continue all their lives because of [...]
You might have certain plants in your house that look great with their color accentuating the beauty of your house. But though these plants look really beautiful and perfect in your house they might be toxic and extremely harmful for your pets causing some serious damage to their life. Even outdoors, there are a number [...]
By Nik | February 11, 2010
Best Indoor Dog:
To begin with, in strict sense, there are no indoor varieties of dogs. All dogs need some form of outdoor activity, like a walk, and they do not always like to be confined in an enclosed space all the time. Remember that the dog is not an inanimate thing, but a living being, [...]
By Nik | February 9, 2010
Dog Clothing Tips:
There would be many who would scoff at the occasionally jacketed poodle that walks by and many would consider making a dog wear a hat or sunglasses quite a frivolous task. The truth is that this is indeed the case and one needs to understand that dogs do not need clothes. However, just [...]
By Nik | February 4, 2010
Entertainment for Dogs:
Dogs generally love an active life and can become extremely morose if they are not kept occupied and entertained. A certain amount of physical exercise is necessary for the health and well-being of your canine companion. The type and intensity of exercise you choose should be suited to the breed and age of [...]
