Garlic has long been used by humans both as a culinary spice and as a remedy for a whole range of ailments. In recent times it has been claimed that garlic can help humans control high blood pressure, prevent heart disease, and even ward off some cancers, but in contrast, is garlic bad for cats? …
Perhaps you’re wondering how to tell whether or not your parakeet is pregnant? Since parakeets start laying fertile eggs about 30 hours after mating, there’s not much of a gestation period to speak of. However, if you know that a male and female parakeet have mated, you won’t have a very long wait until you …
Are you losing sleep because of your pet bird’s constant chirping? A bird squawking at night can be an annoying problem, and that problem is intensified when you have more than one bird. You love your pets, but the loud chirping is making you crazy, especially when you’re trying to sleep. The question of how …
If you’ve noticed your cat gagging when he smells food, you might wonder if this behavior is normal? Although most of the time it’s completely normal, in some rare cases there could be some calls for concern which I’ll cover in this article. Cats gag for three primary reasons. They gag when they are grossed …
Baby powder offers a range of benefits to us humans, including relieving and soothing itchy skin – which may leave you wondering if you can use baby powder on dogs, especially in cases of fleas, bites, and irritated skin. If your pup is allergic to medicated flea treatments or gets distressed when you try to …
With any beloved pet, we want to ensure that we’ll be enjoying their company for as long as possible. When it comes to dogs, lifespan can vary depending on their breed. Some dogs are just more genetically inclined to live a longer life with fewer health issues, which may leave you wondering – how long …
The nutritional benefits of nuts for humans are well documented, and walnuts are often recommended for their high levels of omega-3, ideal for decreasing inflammation and promoting good cholesterol. However, this may leave you wondering – can cats eat walnuts? I certainly have found myself asking this question before, especially after finding out that many …
As all dog owners have experienced at one time or another, your pet pooch knows precisely the expression to melt your heart when he’s looking for a treat. You could give him one of his actual dog treats, of course, but really, you can see he’d like something a bit more special than that. You …
