Outdoor cats live significantly shorter lives than indoor cats. While outside, your cat could get lost, hurt in a fight with other animals or hit by a car. She could also be exposed to dangerous and deadly diseases. Thus the best thing for your outdoor cat is to move her to live indoors for good. Start by luring your cat into the house for mealtimes. Don’t force her to stay inside. Set up a litter box, eating/drinking station and a bed of her own. Give her some cozy window perches and toys. Play with your cat inside the house. Make it a fun and comforting place to be. Increase her inside time gradually. Try a few overnight stays. Then one day you decide she is inside for good. Secure the windows and doors so she can’t escape. And don’t forget to cuddle your cat. Contact your Sugar Land, TX veterinary clinic for add
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Identification on your dog provides the fastest and best way to get your dog home if he should slip away and get lost. Ensure that your dog wears a collar with an identification tag at all times. This tag should include your contact information and your dog’s name so he is more likely to be comforted by anyone who follows him. A collar is also a clear indicator that your dog is a beloved pet and more likely to be returned. Consider getting your dog microchipped. This chip is inserted under the skin and when scanned, it provides data to point to your contact information so your dog can be returned. Scanners are available at animal shelters, police departments and many vet offices. Ensure that you keep your contact information up to date. A combination of these two methods works well for most families. For additional information, contact your Sug