Your cat loves to check out the different aspects of your home, and this includes thoroughly inspecting the furniture. Why is your dining table so interesting to her?

Your family uses your dinner table to eat on, and you may not find it particularly exciting. However, to your pet, it’s a world of new scents and sights that is just out of her reach. She can’t see what’s happening on the table unless she hops onto it. This is why it seems so appealing from the floor – she sees you intently focusing on something that smells wonderful and she wants to see exactly what’s going on. It also gives her a nice place to check out the rest of the room from. It’s high up off the ground, so she gets to see things she may not otherwise have a view of. For more information, please contact your local Columbia, MD vet clinic. Clic ... Read more »

When it comes to caged critters, it seems like children and hamsters go together like peanut butter and jelly. There’s no denying that hamsters are cute, and they can teach a child responsibility, but they can be a challenging pet too.

Hamsters aren’t very social critters. As a matter of fact, when it comes to Syrian hamsters, they can’t live with other animals at all. That may not be a big deal, that is, until your child tries to build a bond with his new furry friend.

Hamsters aren’t born naturally curious about humans. They’re born afraid. After all, they’re a tiny little critter and we’re so huge! This can make them very distrustful and standoffish.

A child will have to spend a lot more time socializing a hamster than he might socializing other animals. For tips on socializing a hamster, ... Read more »

Regardless of whether you choose a male or female ferret, make sure to have your new pet de-sexed to protect it from potential health issues, as well as reducing the development of temperament and behavioral issues between male and female ferrets.

Here are some important features that can help you decide whether it’s going to be a male or female ferret:

Size

Female ferrets are generally smaller than males. In fact, the difference between sexes can reach up to 1 kilogram. It’s a good idea to check with the ferrets’ parents so you will have an idea of the size of your new pet when full-grown. 

De-sexing

Intact female ferrets go into heat during puberty and will remain in in heat until they mate. They can die when they’re not mated b ... Read more »

There are a lot of different animals you can bring into your home as a pet, and you’ve selected a wonderful puppy to add to add to your family. What should you know about bringing her home?

Your pet is likely a bundle of nerves when she is first arriving in your home. It is an exciting adventure she is embarking on, but she also isn’t quite sure what to expect and this can cause her to be a bit nervous. Take the time to think about what you can do for your little fur ball that will help her get comfortable in her new living environment. Offer her a place to relax and get away from all the attention if she needs some alone time, and show her where her belongings will be housed so she can access them when she needs them. For more information, please contact your local Carolina Forest, SC vet clinic.

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Dogs love to explore their environment using their sense of smell and sight. They may try to poke their nose into decaying matter and other foul-smelling matter and come home with an unpleasant smell. If your dog is allowed to venture outdoors, you may have to deal with frequent problems frequently. A daily bath is not advisable for dogs but you can always wash your pet’s face between baths. But if your pet stays indoors most of the time, the problem won’t be as frequent.

Face cleaning should be a part of your pet’s regular grooming routine since puppyhood. The routine should be introduced early and each session should always be a positive experience for both you and your pet.

Use a damp soft cloth to gently wipe your pet’s face and remove dirt. Have bite-sizes of his favorite treats and give one every now and then while cleaning your pet’s face. Most ... Read more »

Paired anal glands are found near the opening of a dog’s anus. During elimination, the fecal contents exert pressure on the glands causing them to secrete a brown-colored substance that gives poop a distinct odor; the secretion also adds lubrication for easy elimination. The scent also serves as a unique identity of dogs.

When dogs that are unfamiliar with each other meet for the first time, they apply pressure on their anal glands by raising their tails. Doing so facilitates the release of anal gland secretion.

Anal gland problems are usually caused by impactions and infections. An impacted anal gland fails to express fluid properly and this can eventually pave the way for bacterial multiplication and infection. If your dog is frequently suffers from anal gland impactions, you can ask your veterinarian Town N Country to show you ... Read more »