Pet Health Supplies Tips

Despite hairballs, litter, shedding and all, we adore our furry family members. They make our lives more colorful. But there are chances that they can be affected by many diseases during their lifetime. We have to take the responsibility to help them take care of themselves. So, let’s take a moment to honor the health of our pets, our homes, and ourselves, by considering the ways in which we can protect our pets. Here are the 5 ways using which you can protect your pet. • Artificial Fragrances While powerfully scented carpet powders, candles, and sprays are quite effective at masking pet odors, they also contain chemicals that your pet breathes in. They also fill your home with toxins, and affect the air you breathe in too! Baking soda is inexpensive and environmentally friendly and contains no harsh chemicals or irritating fragrances. As a natural deodorizer, sprinkle it onto rugs and carpets and vacuum after 10-15 minutes. Add a drop or two of essential oils before shak...

A few seconds of your distraction from your pooch and Alas! Where he is? Just within a few blinks your pet may disappear from the sight; it is something dreadful and a threat for your pet. This may happen to any pet parent when out with a pet or just busy doing something. Such instances of pet theft have been reported many times with the police and sometimes it is in vain as you never able to get your lovable companion back. Pet theft is the most horrific thing that can happen to anybody. Sometimes, it is not only the roads but also from your beautiful home, your pet is just taken away. Follow these steps to ensure the safety of your lovable companion from theft. In the Neighborhood Keep a watch as if dog is your child As you take care of your child same way treat your dog, never leaving him unattended in your yard. Dogs left outdoors for a long time are easy targets of pet theft, especially if your yard has fence visible from the street. Don’t leave off-l...

“Thousands have lived without love, not one without water!” W. H. Auden, an Anglo- American poet said the above lines which are indeed, so apt. Aren’t they? There may be no living organism which can live without water including our pets. In fact, our pets need more water than we do. Our body is made up of almost 60% water whereas dogs and cats bodies are made of 80% water. So we all can imagine how important must water be for our furry friend’s healthy living. Now that we know how important water is for our canines and felines, it is also important to know that how to make sure they are properly hydrated. In our busy schedules, we may not be able to track our pet’s drinking habits. This may dehydrate your pet without any knowledge to you. Here are some symptoms of pets that are dehydrated: Signs of dehydration in pets Loss of energy Lacking appetite Sunken eyes Dry mouth Change in behavior, usually depression If you see the above symptoms in your cats or d...

There is a similarity between pets and children, some could be easy-going and others have a fussy edge. However when this fussiness hampers their health through denial of having food then it usually leaves the pet owners stressed and concerned. There could be many reasons for your pet being a picky eater. If your pooch or kitty has become a fussy eater very recently then there may be some underlying illness. If the conditions remain consistent after trying some change in food habits then it is recommended to get a veterinary check up. Tips to make food interesting for fussy eaters: Your pet might be missing your company while eating. Try staying by his side till he fills his tummy. Some pets prefer petting while others find solace in eating by themselves. Try petting and using comforting tone to make your pet eat if he is the former one. Uninteresting food may be one of the causes for your pet’s food denial. Try adding a small amount of canned food to make his meal en...

Birds are the most popular pets in the USA after dogs and cats. Kids especially are fond of avian pets because of their colorful bodies, or may be because they can fly. Some people prefer birds to other pets simply because they can be life time companions as they have a life span of 10-80 years. Whatsoever the reason of having a feathered pet may be, it is important to take care of your bird just like other pets. From their diet to their surroundings, you may need to keep an eye on every detail of your pet bird. Following are a few things that need to be taken care of when you have bird pet: Want your birds to be comfortable? Have a look at these Aspects! Diet guidelines- Seeds are not enough! Just like humans and other pets, birds too need a balanced diet to lead a healthy life. Improper diet induces issues like obesity, egg binding and vitamin A deficiency in birds. If you are feeding seeds as the sole diet to your bird then you are making a big mistake. Your bird n...

Surround your children with animals, for they are the teachers with purity of heart. According to Gail F. Melson, PhD, professor Surround your children with animals, for they are the teachers with purity of heart, “It has been estimated that 4 out of 10 children in USA commence their family life with domestic animal and as many as 90% of all kids live with a pet at some point during their childhood.” This is a great statistic and proves that children love being around pets. But what happens when they promise to do anything to get a new pet and then back off when they come to know about the chores that they will have to follow in order to make it work with the pet? It has been observed that with the help of proper planning, parental involvement and open communication this challenge can be resolved and the lives of children along with pets can be made easier. Let us look at some of the pointers that will keep the children interested in pets long after pets are part of the big fam...

Whenever you have food, you must be putting some crumbs or a bit of share of whatever you are eating in a bowl for your pets. You treat them as a part of our family and think that your furry pal should have everything that you have. Although it is a fine gesture, it is very important to know whether your pet can digest that food or not. It may seem that your pet is fine with everything that you put in his food bowl, but he is not. You have to be very careful before giving food to him. Let’s have a look at 10 non-edible foods which you may be giving to your pet with love! 1. Chocolates- Not a treat, but a threat! Almost everybody would be head over heels for these sweetened bars of cocoa. But, watch before you share it with your pup! Chocolates can be lethal for your furry pals. It has theobromine, which increases their heart rate, stimulation of central nervous system and constriction of arteries. Due to these reactions, your dog may show symptoms like diarrhea, vomiting, hyperac...