Pet Care

Hamsters may be small and only live for around two years, but they are much loved during their short lives. What do you get the hamster that has everything?

Dec 1, 2009 - Sarah Charmley

Family pets are at risk of catching the swine flu infection from adults and children, especially if the animal is allowed on the bed with the patient, veterinarians warn.

Dec 1, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

A live animal can make a fabulous present for children, under the right circumstances. But parents (or grandparents, aunts, etc) must think carefully before giving one.

Dec 1, 2009 - Melissa Gaskill

Flea infestation can rear its ugly head during summer months, but to get on top of fleas, owners must realize that it is an important all-year-round part of pet care.

Nov 30, 2009 - Andrea Barnard

Today, thanks to new medicines, technology, and better education for pet owners, dogs are living longer than ever. Canines, just like humans, face changes as they age.

Nov 29, 2009 - Jayne Mays

Pet store shelves hold a baffling array of cat litter types, leaving purchasers unsure of the best option for their feline. This guide can help narrow down the options.

Nov 27, 2009 - Bridget Coila

Hamsters can get pregnant easily from eight weeks of age. Should your pet hamster have babies, how can you find them good homes and make sure that they will be happy.

Nov 23, 2009 - Sarah Charmley

Caution caring for Guinea pigs isn't as easy as it sounds. They are small but they require more than a small amount of care.

Nov 22, 2009 - Donald Lingle

When parents want to get a pet for theirs children, they have to consider what sort of pet is appropriate for their kid, and how much responsibility should he undertake.

Nov 21, 2009 - Isin Tuzcular

The small Southern flying squirrel has been growing in popularity among small animal lovers, but there are important things to consider before bringing one home.

Nov 17, 2009 - Beverly Hill

Nothing is more important to pet owners who are away from home than knowing their pet is getting proper pet care. Leaving clear instructions alleviates stress for all.

Nov 17, 2009 - Peggy Hazelwood

There are a number of organizations in St. John's, Newfoundland that seek loving owners for animals in need of a home.

Nov 17, 2009 - Ann Miller

Small animals are becoming more popular as pets, and need a good diet to stay healthy. Here are the good and the bad ingredients found in small animal pet foods.

Nov 14, 2009 - Ian Shoust

With about 2 million tons of cat litter deposited in landfills each year, the environmental impact of kitty litter choices can make a big difference.

Nov 14, 2009 - Bridget Coila

When a cat scratches people or furniture, the owner may consider surgical declawing. Some viable alternatives - training, deterrence, and claw blunting - are examined.

Nov 12, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

Cat claw covers (brand names Soft Claws and Soft Paws) are popular long-term alternatives to declaw surgery for preventing scratch damage to people and furniture.

Nov 12, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

Despite the popularity of the so-called anesthesia-free pet dentistry, there is little benefit to the pet's dental health other than polishing the teeth.

Nov 11, 2009 - Mary Spierling

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced recently that carbaryl will not be used in pet collars sold in the U.S. as of September, 2010.

Nov 10, 2009 - Mary Spierling

The major veterinary associations now agree that vaccinations can trigger all sorts of maladies, from allergies to cancer yet vaccines are recommended year after year.

Nov 10, 2009 - Mary Spierling

Over the years, veterinary research has concluded that pain management increases a sense of well being and reduces stress.

Nov 10, 2009 - Mary Spierling

While it is unusual for flu viruses to cross species, it appears that the H1N1 virus was capable of doing so by affecting ferrets and a feline in Iowa.

Nov 6, 2009 - Adrienne Farricelli

Cold-blooded criminals are stealing pets. As the economy sinks deeper into recession, pet theft rises in the U.S. according to the AKC.

Nov 4, 2009 - Diane Evans

It can be hard to tell if a commercial food or recipe is gluten-free. Gluten, a protein composite, is at the root of a lot of pet allergies.

Nov 3, 2009 - Sandy McCollum

Pet care is expensive. Humanity and Pets Partnered Through the Years (HAPPY Act), if passed, will allow a federal tax deduction of up to $3500 a year for pet expenses.

Nov 3, 2009 - Linda Ashar

Hamsters are small creatures that can squeeze through just about any gap. Should the worst happen and your pet escape from his cage, then here are some ideas about how to

Nov 2, 2009 - Sarah Charmley

Hamsters are small creatures that can easily be lost if left to roam on the floor. Here is a simple and fun way to exercise your hamster.

Nov 2, 2009 - Sarah Charmley

Things that go bump in the night shouldn't include your pets, so follow a few simple tips to make sure Howl-o-ween won't be scary or dangerous for canines or felines!

Oct 30, 2009 - Denise Fleck

All pets will need oral medications at some stage. Whether it be worming treatment or medicines to treat an injury, knowing how to medicate pets is important for owners.

Oct 29, 2009 - Roberta Goli

Prebiotics and probiotic bacterias are essential to the digestive and immune systems of dogs and cats. Here we'll look at what they are, and how they work.

Oct 29, 2009 - Ian Shoust

When convincing your parents to let you get a pet, you should be mature, knowledgeable, and patient. Follow these steps and you will find success.

Oct 28, 2009 - Arthi Aravind

Antifreeze containing propylene glycol is far less toxic than ethylene glycol antifreeze, so it is less likely to cause fatal poisoning of pets or people.

Oct 28, 2009 - Jennifer Copley

Never buy an expensive luvie just for Fido to shred. It only takes a few minutes to recycle scraps of fabric or old clothing into a free, cuddly toy any dog will love.

Oct 27, 2009 - Kimbra Cutlip

Land hermit crabs make great pets. But too many new crab owners learn the hard way that these crustaceans can't survive with only sand and the wire cage they came in.

Oct 27, 2009 - Alex Strauss

Is your pet getting old and acting strangely? Thanks to advances in veterinary care, medicine is available for elderly dogs and cats that are suffering from brain aging.

Oct 27, 2009 - Diane Rutherford

Dog medicine is often routinely prescribed to treat sickness. All pet owners want their dog's health be optimum, so side effects need to be considered.

Oct 27, 2009 - Fleur Hupston

From small furry animals like hamsters and rabbits to birds, snakes and exotics, which are the best small animal pets depends on the personality of the future owner.

Oct 27, 2009 - Bridget Coila

If your cat has been eating a diet of commercial cat food during its lifetime, transitioning to a raw diet for cats might take time as well as persistence on your part.

Oct 26, 2009 - Mary Spierling

Here are two recipes for homemade vegetarian dog food meals: healthy, nutritious and completely meatless.

Oct 23, 2009 - Martin Bohn

Inexpensive guinea pig toys are easy to find in the pet store or make out of household materials and will help keep your guinea pig healthy.

Oct 22, 2009 - Arthi Aravind

Choosing a pet involves many things, according to each owner's situation. Some people are finding that adopting an older pet is one of the best things they ever did.

Oct 22, 2009 - Yana Marshall

Pet owners can often underestimate the dangers that certain festivities, such as Halloween, can hold for their animal companions.

Oct 21, 2009 - Elisa Garcia-Rey

Most animal shelters won't let cats, especially black ones, be adopted at this time of the year. But ritual animal sacrifices are the least of the problems.

Oct 21, 2009 - Diane Evans

The traditional idea of a rabbit living in a hutch in the backyard is fast disappearing in favor of house bunnies, pets allowed free rein inside the home.

Oct 20, 2009 - Bridget Coila

Hamster breeders have noted that both Chinese and Campbell's Russian dwarf hamsters can develop diabetes. You can help your hamster to live a more healthy life.

Oct 19, 2009 - Sarah Charmley

Is your furry friend putting on weight? Don't risk Type 2 diabetes for them - read pet food nutrition labels and count calories, veterinarian researchers advise

Oct 19, 2009 - Sue Cartledge

This article examines how pet food is produced, looking at ingredients and the differences between wet and dry pet foods.

Oct 10, 2009 - Martin Bohn

Pet guinea pig names for male and female guinea pigs - famous guinea pigs, scientific guinea pig names, guinea pig geography names, pet guinea pig names for boys & girls.

Oct 9, 2009 - Tony Dunnell

Many rabbit owners are surprised to learn that nearly any pet rabbit can be easily trained to use a litter box. In just a few minutes, train a Bun to clean her latrine.

Oct 8, 2009 - Keith Murphy

As much as dogs and cats are well loved and put up with, pet hair can cause frustration and embarrassment. A few simple routines can help avoid tumble weeds at home.

Oct 7, 2009 - Joseph Leung

Every Guy Fawkes night pets are stressed by bonfires and fireworks, especially when in the hands of less responsible teenagers. Top tips to protect your pets on Nov 5th.

Oct 6, 2009 - Jeffrey Baxter