I’ve always been a pet lover. Ever since I was a little girl and my parents brought me home my first hamster I have loved animals more than almost anything else. It didn’t take rocket science for me to decide that I wanted to eventually be a veterinarian, so it was no surprise to anyone that I did indeed pursue my dream of working with animals as a profession.
Many pet owners may be surprised to learn a dog’s dental health is as important to overall well-being as a daily game of fetch. Dental problems in pets go way beyond bad breath. Periodontal disease is the most common health problem in dogs today. At least 80 percent of dogs suffer from it by age 2. Left untreated, dental problems can be very painful and affect the quality of a pet’s life.
If your cat’s bad behavior is driving you crazy, here are the best solutions to the most common problems you may be facing. 1. Eliminating Outside the litter box. Is it your fault or the cat’s fault? Many cats won’t use the litter box if it is too dirty. They just don’t like it. If you think this may be the problem, change the litter box twice as often as you currently do.
The Hound Group includes dog breeds with a wonderful sense of smell and/or great athleticism. These breeds were developed to follow game either by sight or by smell. Sighthounds include the fast and streamlined Afghans, Greyhounds and Salukis.
Pets can delight, amuse, befuddle and confuse their owners with their quirky, amusing and often annoying behavior. Fortunately, two new books may help pet owners decipher the strange and fascinating actions of their furry friends. “Why Do Dogs Drink Out of the Toilet? 101 of the Most Perplexing Questions Answered About Canine Conundrums, Medical Mysteries & Befuddling Behaviors” (HCI Books, $12.
