What’s the Best Way to Identify Your Pet?
Making Sure Others Can Identify Your Pet Can Save Its Life Every year, millions of cats and dogs are euthanized at shelters across the United States. The vast majority of these have been picked up as strays and have no identification. Sadly, one in three family pets will get lost…
Hot Weather Tips to Keep Your Pet Cool
Overheating in pets is a life threatening situation. Do you know the symptoms and what to do? Better yet, do you know how to prevent overheating? How to Prevent Overheating Make sure pets have plenty of clean water Make sure pets have a shady place to get out of the…
Traveling with Your Cat by Car
Years ago, I traveled between my home in California and one in Nevada. I would be at each home for several weeks at a time so it was a necessity that I take my cat with me. At the time, Hollywood was my only cat so this was an easier,…
Traveling with Your Pet — Before You Go
If you are planning a vacation that includes traveling with the family pet (yes, some people travel with their cats and even their pocket pets), there are several things you should do before you go. Proper planning can mean the difference between a fun experience for all involved or a…
Find a Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic or Program
Many states and counties have established low-cost spay/neuter programs that make surgery easily affordable and accessible. Through their partnership with PetSmart Charities®, the ASPCA has developed what seems to be a very comprehensive database of resources designed to help you find low-cost spay/neuter programs in your community. To find a low-cost program near…
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) – What Does it Mean to My Cat?
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a disease that impairs the cat’s immune system and causes certain types of cancer. This virus is responsible for a majority of deaths in household cats, affecting all breeds. Males are more likely to contract the infection than females, and it is usually seen between the ages…