You probably love to pet and snuggle your guinea pig. But while you’re stroking its soft little hairs you might wonder how often, if at all, you should give those locks a cleaning. Keep Bathing to a Minimum Overall, it’s best not...
Cats purr and dogs wag their tails. But how exactly do you know if your gecko is happy? While geckos might not display the same telltale signs of contentment as other pets, there are a few small hints that your gecko is doing a-okay! It’s Sleeping Regularly New...
Anyone with a cat knows how much they love to groom. In fact, cats spend between 30% and 50% cleaning and combing their hair! But sometimes, cats end up grooming too much and the behavior becomes excessive, a phenomenon known as over-grooming. Read on to learn what...
You haven’t changed her food, but suddenly your kitty feels a bit lighter and bonier. What’s going on? While some people might mistakenly perceive weight loss as a sign of good health, sudden or unexplained weight loss in your kitty usually indicates a problem. Read...
Could you imagine if your parents fed you the same thing, day in and day out, for the rest of your life? It seems like an unlikely scenario for humans, but many pet parents unwittingly give their cat the same food every day. Even though commercial pet food is...
Hyperthyroidism is a very common disease in older cats. It usually affects cats who are at least 10 years of age, and the average age of diagnosis is 13 years old. Many pet parents are surprised by the diagnosis, since the symptoms can be subtle and gradual. The good...
