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A British Shorthair kitten carefully stepping into a litter box filled with clumping cat litter

How Often Do Kittens Pee? Potty Training Guide for New Owners

15 June 2024

How much cats urinate and the impact of good litter box habits on their well-being.

Calico cat with a guilty expression spraying urine on the arm of a couch in a minimalist living room

Why Do Female Cats Spray? Understanding and Preventing This Behavior

13 June 2024

Causes of spraying in spayed female cats, such as hormones, territory, and stress, and how to deal with and stop the behavior.

Close-up of a tiny calico kitten lapping up a bowl of diluted cow's milk with supplements

How to Dilute Cow's Milk for Kittens: A Step-by-Step Guide

5 June 2024

How to properly mix cow's milk for kittens, including the right proportions, additives, and weaning.

Veterinarian gently palpating the chest of a small, brown Maltese puppy with a worried expression

How to Get Rid of Puppy Hiccups: Home Remedies and When to Call the Vet

29 May 2024

While basic at-home treatments like water, chest rubs, and distractions can help with typical puppy hiccups, more serious issues will need to be addressed by a vet.

A concerned dog owner gently feeding a small, fluffy Pomeranian puppy a spoonful of plain, unseasoned baby food

Can Dogs Eat Baby Food? Understanding the Risks and Benefits

29 May 2024

The pros and cons of feeding your dog baby food, such as what ingredients to look out for and which ones are safe, how much to feed your dog, and how to switch them back to their regular diet.

Feral tabby cat hissing and backing away from an outstretched hand in a sparse living room

Can You Tame a Feral Cat After a Certain Age? Yes, and Here's How

29 May 2024

It is much more difficult to socialize feral cats after they are 4 months old because the socialization window has closed and the fear of humans has become more fixed.

Golden retriever's paw being held by their owner as they use a nail grinder to trim the dog's nails in a warm, inviting home setting

How to Safely Grind Your Dog's Nails at Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

25 May 2024

How to safely grind your dog's nails, from recognizing when your dog's nails are too long to methods for helping your dog relax.

Person holding a guinea pig's paw and using a nail trimmer, with a focus on the nail trimming process

How to Safely and Effectively Trim Your Guinea Pig's Nails: A Step-by-Step Guide

24 May 2024

How to safely cut your guinea pig's nails, including how to tell when it's time for a trim, what you'll need, and tips for making the process less stressful.

A large, fluffy Maine Coon cat sitting next to a smaller, sleek-coated domestic house cat

Maine Coon vs. Domestic Cat: What Makes the Majestic Breed Different?

24 May 2024

A side-by-side look at the physical and personality characteristics of the big, sweet Maine Coon cat and the typical house cat.

Sleek black Bombay kitten curled up and napping on a windowsill

At What Age Is a Kitten Considered a Cat? Important Stages of Cat Development

24 May 2024

The stages that kittens go through as they grow up, both physically and socially, from birth to adulthood, including important milestones.

An older Siamese cat lounging on a plush cushion, with a slightly coarse coat and lean body indicating its advanced age

How to Tell a Cat's Age: Decoding Physical and Behavioral Signs

22 May 2024

Physical and behavioral signs such as teeth, fur, muscle mass, and behavior can be used to estimate a cat's age.

Fluffy white Maltese dog with a curly topknot and big round eyes, sitting on a plush white blanket

Maltese Life Span: How Long Do These Cute Dogs Usually Live?

21 May 2024

Maltese dogs typically live 12-15 years, and their diet, exercise, grooming, and healthcare can all play a role in how long they live.