With 15 years as a dog and cat parent, my pet articles are a mix of humor and firsthand experience - proof that the best stories often come with paws and purrs.
Choosing a Puppy Food
Introduction If you’re bringing a new puppy home, you are probably overwhelmed and excited! Adding a puppy to your family is such a fun experience. However, puppies require specific care to grow and live a healthy life. One of the most important items...
Puppy Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Cataract Surgery?
The most common eye problem in dogs and cats, cataracts, can be a severe condition causing blindness in both dogs and cats. It is more common in dogs than in cats. The surgery can be expensive, but if you have insurance, you have less to worry about...
Cat Insurance Insights
Are Nectarines Safe for Dogs?
Can your pup enjoy a sweet summer treat alongside you? Let's explore whether nectarines are a safe and healthy addition to your dog's diet. The Verdict: Nectarines in Moderation The good news? Nectarines are not toxic to dogs! They offer a variety of...
Dog Tips
Separation Anxiety in Dogs - A Complete Guide
No one likes it when their loved ones leave them. For dogs, sometimes it can be even if it is for just a few hours. You would have seen your dog starting to behave differently when you started wearing your shoes and getting ready to leave for the...
Dog Tips
Preservatives in Cat Food: What You Need to Know
Are Preservatives Dangerous to Cats? While preservative can be harmful to pets, this is not always the case. The risk depends on the kind of preservative, the amount in your pet's food, and how much they are having. But if you're concerned about...
Cat Tips
Can Dogs Eat Kale?
Kale is a green, leafy, cruciferous vegetable that is rich in nutrients. It may offer a range of health benefits for the whole body. Kale contains fiber, antioxidants, calcium, vitamins C and K, iron, and a wide range of other nutrients that can help...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Raisins?
Raisins, currants, and sultanas are varieties of dried grapes that come in various colors. From golden and yellow to classically dark, purplish brown, these dried treats allow the nutrients in grapes to be concentrated and clarified into bite-sized...
Dog Tips
What Essential Oils are Safe for Cats?
While some essential oils are a big NO for cats, some can be safe for them. The bad ones can be either mildly annoying to downright dangerous. So, it is good that before turning your home into a lavender-scented paradise, you came here looking for the...
Cat Tips
Your Puppy’s First-Year Shot Schedule: Explained
If you’ve just gotten a new puppy, there are many things on your to-do list. Preparing your house, finding a vet and hiding your socks are just a few things you might need to do. There are lots of things that puppy owners have to worry about – and...
Puppy Tips
Do Cocker Spaniels Shed?
We don’t know which Cocker Spaniel you are talking about here – American or English. The good thing is that it’s not going to be an issue because the answer remains the same for both. Originally bred as hunting dogs in the UK, Cocker Spaniels get...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Hot Dogs? A Vet's Guide to Safe Treats
Hot dogs, a classic American favorite, often tempt our furry companions with their savory smell. But are hot dogs safe for dogs? While technically dogs can eat hot dogs, it's crucial to understand the risks involved and consider healthier alternatives...
Dog Tips
Why Do House Cats Sleep So Much?
You would have seen your cat chasing a toy mouse with the speed of a tiny cheetah, and then in the next minute, snoozing in a sunbeam like a furry little loaf of bread. It’s like cats have perfected the art of napping. There’s a reason it’s called a...
Cat Tips
