Having a pet bird can be an expensive undertaking. Your pet’s needs can certainly put a dent on your household budget, thus this is one of the important factors to consider when you are thinking of bringing home a bird.

The good thing is there are excellent ways to save money on bird care and supplies. With a little bit of creativity, you will be surprised at how much you can save. Best of all, you can still provide the same quality care for your pet without draining your budget.

Recycle household items

If you look around your home, you will find items that can make safe toys for birds.

Learn To Groom Your Bird

Knowing how to meet your pet bird’s grooming needs can save you both time and money. You can ask your vet to show you ... Read more »

When a hairball is stuck in a cat’s esophagus or stomach, the animal may launch into bouts of coughing in an effort to cough up the hairball. Hairballs are an important source of discomfort for cats. They also pose potential risks by blocking the passage of food through the digestive tract.

Hairballs are formed when a cat swallows hairs while grooming himself. Since hairs cannot be digested easily, they can form a tight knot inside the stomach. Sometimes, the hairballs can get lodge along any part of the digestive tract and may obstruct the normal passage of food, thereby needing expensive surgery to remove. Hairballs are also known to cause painful constipation.

You will know that your kitty has hairballs when you see any of the following signs:

• Constipation, with stools containing some hairs
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A new pet owner should know ahead of time the grooming essentials of the newest addition to the pack. A dog’s physical maintenance includes grooming equipment necessary to care for the hair coat, nails, teeth and gums, and ears.

Oftentimes, grooming equipment is often forgotten when choosing general supplies for a new pet. The type of brush or comb will depend on the dog’s hair type. There are so many types to choose from, and it will be easier to take your pick if you are aware of your pet’s needs. Having the right grooming tools will certainly make the job easier.

Types of Combs and Brushes

Slicker Brush --- Helps in breaking up mats and tangles in dogs with medium to long hair coats

Bristle Brush – A bristle brush works well for mos ... Read more »