You’ve noticed that your pooch needs a bit more attention when it comes to grooming. You’ve decided that it’s best to have a professional take care of your pet, so how do you choose where to go?

 When looking for a dog groomer, there are several criteria to consider. Before contacting groomers in your area, first evaluate your needs. This ensures that you will know what you are looking for. Then, determine which groomers offer the services your pet requires. Take a tour of the facility and meet the groomer that would be handling your pet. It’s important that you are comfortable with everything, and that your pet will be able enjoy the grooming process in both the location and with the people he will be interacting with. Lastly, evaluate the pricing to see which groomer fits your budget best. Your Greenwood vet clinic can recommend a grooming facility in your area. See ... Read more »

Although leopard geckos are the most popular, there are many species of geckos that you can keep in your home. You’ll just want to make sure that you provide your gecko with the right environment.

Even though complete kits are a great way to get started, even these kits can use some modifications. Many pet stores utilize bright lights and use sand inappropriately to gain the attention of possible owners, not because it’s what’s best for the animal.

Make sure your purchase a large aquarium tank with a secure lid. Place flat stones or AstroTurf on the bottom of the cage. Never use sand or wood shavings as the dust particles can cause respiratory problems.

Because geckos belong to the reptile family, it is important to provide them with heated pads and lamps that keep the cage at a toasty 85 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Although there are a few cats that prefer lower spaces, most cats enjoy the thrill of being up high.

For many cats, the need to be up high is instinctual. Many modern cat breeds descend from cats who climbed trees to help them reach their prey. Smaller species also climbed trees to avoid predators.

Cats love to climb for fun! Especially when it comes to small spaces, climbing to the tops of bookshelves and tables helps them burn energy. Their musculoskeletal system has evolved to enable them to become the perfect climbers, so they want to do it often.

Instead of discouraging this behavior in your feline friend, encourage it by providing many vertical spaces for your cat to climb. Cat trees are always a great choice, but sturdy shelves hung on the walls can also do the trick.

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