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You’ve just fetched your kitten and you are so excited. The very first thing that your kitten needs to learn now is how to interact with her new family. For this everyone should sit on the floor and let the kitten go to each family member in her own time. Don’t force her into a social interaction because if you do you may end up with a cat who is anti-social for life!
We all know how it feels to get the flu virus and how irritating the constant coughing can be. The same goes for our beloved pets, and there are various reasons why animals cough. Rather consult a veterinarian to ensure that your pet is fine than ignoring a persistent cough. Make a note of the type of cough, how the cough sounds and when your pet coughs to assist the vet in diagnosing accurately.
Parrots in their natural environment utilise a very wide variety of plants throughout the year, ingesting fruit, seeds, berries, leaves, buds and roots. There is a common misconception that parrots can survive on a diet of sunflower seeds and peanuts. This diet is deficient in at least 32 nutrients!
Chinchillas make perfect pets for busy adults, students, and school learners. They sleep through most of the day and are active at night, so fit in nicely with work schedules. Generally speaking, they don’t need much attention, but if well cared for they can live for up to 20 years. So how do you keep them in peak health?
Ticks and fleas can cause a host of problems for your pets, but this is actually so easy to prevent by sticking to a tick and flea treatment routine. Treat your pets for fleas monthly, and every third month for ticks (depending on the product you use). A good idea is to set a reminder on your phone calendar, as it’s easy to forget. Just taking this simple step can prevent heartaches in the future. Here’s what you need to know about these nasty parasites.
Cats are notoriously finicky creatures. Your cat can also be quite a snob when it comes to her food and water and will easily turn up her nose when something is not to her liking. These guidelines will help you to keep her healthy and content.
If you want to get off to the right start with your new puppy, consider enrolling at puppy school. Classes are crucial to ensure proper socialisation of your puppy, a key to holistic development.
Fish can seem pretty easy to keep – some water and food and you’re sorted. This is very far from true! And probably the reason why many pet fish don’t enjoy the kind of lifespan they should... We look at a few common mistakes fish owners make.
Rabbits make amusing, quiet and rewarding pets. They seldom bite and do not need
particularly elaborate accommodation. They can make excellent pets for children, but are quite fragile and all interactions with young children should be supervised by a responsible adult. When you pick a rabbit up, you should always support his back, as if he flails around unsupported he can easily injure his spine. Rabbits should never be picked up by the ears.
Cats are very particular about their toileting habits, and ignoring this can lead to issues like litterbox avoidance, inappropriate elimination, conflict between cats and even health problems such as bladder infections. Guaranteeing your cat a safe, clean and suitable litterbox is crucial for her mental and physical well-being.
If you drink coffee or an energy drink, you’ll know that certain foods or drinks can make you feel energetic, while others have a calming effect on the body, like chamomile tea. Just as foods have an effect on us humans, they can also have a stimulating or calming effect on our canine and feline friends.
Did you know that the number of hours your dog sleeps is partly linked to his breed? On average, most dogs sleep between 12 and 14 hours per day, but breed activity levels also play a role in sleep requirements. Active breeds may sleep less, with smaller breeds and larger breeds enjoying extra sleep hours. Therefore, it is wise to provide them with a comfy place to snooze.
