When staying in a pet-friendly hotel with your dog or cat, bring an old sheet or blanket to drape over the furniture. It makes cleanup easy if your pet becomes ill or has an accident. Read More
To take great photos of your pets, get down on their level for pictures that are more intimate. Read More
If your dog gains weight during the cold, winter months, find time to play with him and get him moving more indoors.
When you bathe your pet, be sure to put a folded towel in the bottom of the tub so he won't slip and fall.
If you'll be traveling with your pet, consider making a CD of familiar sounds (music, TV programs you listen to, your voice, etc.) and play the CD when your pet has to stay in the hotel room by himself. It will help keep him calm and reassure him.
Make a CD of home sounds such as the TV, conversations, the dishwasher, etc., then play it for your pets when you have to be away. The familiar sounds will soothe them.
If your dog passes gas excessively, try feeding him using a slow feeding bowl that will slow down his eating. Flatulence is often the result of swallowing air from eating too quickly.
If your dog farts a lot, try eliminating beans, soybean and dairy products from his diet. These foods cause excess gas in canines.
Older dogs can become disoriented in the dark. Put night lights in every room in the house to help your senior dog orient himself more easily.
If your pet has passed away, don't grieve alone. Connect to others who will understand via Rainbow Bridge pages and pet lovers' websites. Read More
Cats can go suddenly blind if they develop high blood pressure. If your cat is moving around less and his eyes are always dilated, he may be losing his vision. See a vet right away. Read More
If you find a lost pet who is severely malnourished, take her to see a vet before trying to feed her more than a small handful of food. Too much too fast could lead to more health problems.
Always see a doctor if you've been bitten by a cat and the skin is broken. A cat's bite is more likely to become infected than a dog's bite.
Never offer dog treats to someone else’s pet. You don’t know what kind of diet it is on or whether it has food allergies. You may also trigger protective food behavior.
When going to the dog park, keep your dog on leash until they've calmed down and relaxed rather than letting them loose immediately. They will be less likely to over-exhuberantly greet other dogs.
Never give another dog treats at the dog park until you have permission from the dog's owner. You don't want to give someone's pet a food they might be sensitive or allergic to.
Neatness counts in a pet proof home. Puppies and kittens are curious about things you might not even notice, like the paperclips strewn over your desk or the magic markers the kids leave out on the coffee table. Ingesting either of these could mean a trip to the veterinarian.
If you have to give your cat a bath, place a foam pad or a folded towel in the bottom of the tub so that he won't slip or slide. Having traction will make him less apprehensive and give him something to sink his claws into other than you.