If you have multiple pets in your home, you might feel like you are constantly breaking up fights. Especially when it comes to cats and dogs, it is important to quell aggressive behaviors and find a way for your pets to coexist in your home. Aggression can lead to longstanding anxiety which can cause health problems with pets. Here are four factors that might be causing pet aggression and how to troubleshoot.
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If you have a cat that will put up a fight if they feel they are in a compromised position, you may have given up on grooming all together. The thing is, your cat might desperately be in need of a nail trim or need to have mats cut out of their fur. Groomers have the right tools and training to successfully handle the angriest of cats. Here are four things a professional groomer has on their side when it comes to grooming a cat that may be prone to attacking.
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When you adopt your first cat or kitten, you may be thinking more about the fun and companionship they will bring into your life rather than the care that they will need from you. However, if you want your cat to be healthy and happy in your home for many years to come, there are some routine care processes that you will want to be aware of and begin right away.
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According to the American Association of Feline Practitioners, a cat is considered a senior from the age of 11 through 14 years. This age bracket is equivalent to the ages of 60 to 72 years in their human counterparts. Once a cat turns 15, she is classified as a geriatric for the remainder of her lifespan. Just as with aging humans, your cat's body will undergo changes that result from the wear and tear that comes with age.
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People can get sick if they ingest contaminated food, but surprisingly, other animals can also get food poisoning, including your pet hedgehog. Enteritis is the proper medical term for this condition, and it refers to inflammation of the small intestine. Here are three things hedgehog owners need to know about enteritis.
What are the signs of enteritis?
If you've ever had food poisoning before, you should recognize similar signs in your hedgehog.
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