Help Detect Health Problems With This Check-List
April 24, 2009
Early detection of health problems usually prevents unnecessary pain and expense--or worse. If you answer "yes" to one or more of the following questions, please call your veterinarian.
Does Your Pet:
- Tire easily with moderate exercise?
- Have seizures or fainting episodes?
- Seem to have gained or lost weight?
- Act lethargic, disinterested, or depressed?
- Not eat well?
- Vomit?
- Have abnormal bowel …Read more »
Things to think about when adopting a cat
April 24, 2009
Is a cat the right pet for you? Your cat will depend on you throughout her life, and with proper care, may live 15 years or more. Here are some things to help you decide whether or not a cat is the right pet for you and, if so, what kind of cat to adopt.
Bringing cats in from the cold
April 24, 2009
Pretty soon, the frost will be on the trees and that means it's time to start thinking about cold weather safety for your cat. These guidelines will help you protect your pet when the cold creeps up.
Safely Including Your Cat in Fall Holiday Fun
April 24, 2009
Fall holidays mean jack-o-lanterns throughout the neighborhood, knocks at the door, a fully stocked table, lots of rich, fatty food …Read more »
Picking the Perfect Pet for You
April 24, 2009
A Few Things to Consider When Choosing a Pet
Are you a morning person -- or willing to become one?
Dogs and cats are early risers — you’ll need a good sense of humor about the morning wake-up call, even on weekends! Dogs need to go out right away, and cats like to be fed as soon as they wake …Read more »
Pet Security: Your Pet Needs a Tag!
April 24, 2009
Whether it is lost or stolen, losing a pet is an agonizing experience. According to the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, only about 2 percent of cats and 15 percent of dogs that enter U.S. animal shelters as strays every year are reunited with their owners.
Homecoming Preparations for Your New Cat
April 24, 2009
Introducing your new cat to other family members requires some planning, especially if the family includes children or other pets. And if they don't already know, all household members should be shown how to safely handle a cat.
Introducing family members
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Smudgey
April 24, 2009
As a Pet Care Manager at PetSmart, I care for many animals before they go to their forever homes,” says Jennifer. “I truly believe in forever pets.”
PetSmart Adoptions Associate Success Story - Merlin
April 24, 2009
While shopping at Petsmart, Gina decided to look at the animals up for adoption. “With two cats, four Tokey geckos, fish and a new baby, we never thought we would actually adopt another pet,” Gina says.
“A tiny black and white kitten, the runt of the litter, was curled up in …Read more »
