Asthma in Dogs and Cats – Pet tip 123

Asthma is a chronic problem of the respiratory system. It is apparent when some event, such as breathing irritants found in the air, triggers a response in the airways. The response could be inflammation, constriction, and excessive mucus production. The …

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Pets.ca’s – Pet information newsletter starting up again

Hi there it’s Marko, one of the administrators on Pets.ca. It’s been a while since our last newsletter and we are happy to say that we are back on track. Thousands and …

Pregnancy and Dogs – Is My Dog Pregnant

What to Expect When Your Dog is Expecting

There are so many books at the local bookstore about pregnancy in people, but not a single resource on what to do when your most devoted Priscilla von Precious has found herself …

Tip – 17 – Cat play or cat fight ?

Are my cats playing or fighting – How do I tell?

If you have a multi cat household or your outdoor cats hang out with other cats, chances are you will encounter cat play. Cat play usually involves chasing, swatting, …

PDD in Birds

Proventricular Dilation Disease – PDD in Birds

Let’s say that lately you’ve been noticing that your bird isn’t feeling well. It’s lethargic, dull, and has ruffled feathers. Then you start noticing that it’s not getting better. In fact you’ve realized …

Senior Citizens and Their Precious Pets – Pet tip 193

It’s a difficult thing to think about but many pet owners are in their later senior years and some of them have young pets. In the event that older pet owners fall ill or pass away, what will happen with …

Elimination Disorders in Cats

Feline elimination disorders (FEDs) can be difficult to deal with. They may take time to resolve, require detective work to find the cause of the problem, and undermine the human-animal bond. However, there are ways to tackle this issue.

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Kidney Failure in Cats

Chronic renal failure (CRF) is a progressive and irreversible deterioration of kidney function. It is one of the most common health problems affecting cats, and is a leading cause of death in elderly felines. There are a number of different …

Pet Phobias

Dark skies and rumbling thunder is often a stressful time for many dog owners. In all likelihood, it is even more stressful for the dogs themselves! Fears and phobias in our companion animals are more common than one might imagine, ranging from fear of loud noises and new places to the fear of people and other animals.

There are many different components and reasons for a fear response in an animal. It can be an innate response, meaning that it is genetically programmed into the animal’s behaviour, such as fear for a predator. If there is a lack of proper socialization to different people and environments when the animal is young, it may be fearful of unfamiliar situations when it is older.