_home   pets

Recent Pets Blog | Pet Physiology Posts

The Cat and the Binder Clip

by Aimee Amodio

21 Apr 2008 05:08 PM

A friend told me about a segment on the Martha Stewart Show where an expert demonstrated different ways to get your pets to take pills. The thing I couldn't believe was the expert using a binder clip on the scruff of the cat's neck to immobilize her. It sounded harsh.

The Problem with Show Dog Science

by Courtney Mroch

11 Feb 2008 12:15 PM

I've long known certain dogs were specifically bred with others to get desired traits, but I hadn't realized how far back it had all started. Which is pretty remarkable considering science hasn't always been as advanced as it is now.

The Limp is Back

by Aimee Amodio

29 Jan 2008 08:03 PM

Back in November, I noticed that Moose was limping a bit on some of our walks. The limp comes and goes, but with the recent colder weather, the limp is here more often than not.

Lead Paint a Concern in Pet Products Too?

by Courtney Mroch

07 Dec 2007 08:27 AM

All the coverage about lead paint contaminating some kids' toys got me to thinking: China also manufactures pet toys and bowls. Are they using the same paint on those as well? It stands to reason they would.

National Pet Cancer Awareness Month: What You Should Know

by Courtney Mroch

10 Nov 2007 09:41 AM

November is National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, which is a subject near and dear to my heart because Budly had cancer. In his case, we detected it far too late to even attempt treatments.

What Do You Get When You Cross a...

by Courtney Mroch

02 Oct 2007 03:00 PM

...horse with a zebra? Or a lion with a tiger? Would you believe new animals? (Nope, I'm not kidding!) A Horse is a Horse, Of Course, Of Course, Unless It Is a...Zorse? I can't remember where it was I first saw the image of the zorse.

Fat Cats: A Growing Problem

by Courtney Mroch

13 Aug 2007 04:43 PM

Girth View: Tab's ever increasing belly A while back I wrote about Tabby's eating disorder and how she's packing on the pounds lately. That's why when I finally booted up my computer today and saw the title "Morbidly Obese Cats On The Rise" for a Comcast Fan story I clicked on it.

Figuring Out What Fido Is: Doggie DNA Tests

by Courtney Mroch

09 Aug 2007 04:19 PM

About a month ago Murph and I ran into a neighbor, Marlene, and her dog Zeus. Zeus is a very big dog (I want to say in the 100 pound range) and a mix of some sort. Maybe Saint Bernard, maybe Newfoundland, maybe even Lab. Marlene's not quite sure...but she now has a way to find out.

Feline Hunting Games

by Aimee Amodio

25 Jan 2007 08:28 PM

Cats are hunters by nature. Where dogs chase and overcome prey, cats wait, stalk, and pounce. Cats rarely miss their prey; they wait for the right moment to strike, when victory is almost assured. There are many ways to stimulate your cat's hunting instincts through play.

Cat Physiology Facts

by Aimee Amodio

17 Nov 2006 11:16 AM

From head to toe, from whiskers to tail tip, cats are unique animals! Here are some things you may not know about your cat's body. A cat's spine has more vertebrae than a human's spine, making it far more flexible.



Recent Blog Comments
 
hkemom says...

"Hi CHOCKOLATESKITTENS, do you remember the name of the breeder where you obtained your York Chocolate Male?"

In The York Chocolate Cat: A Sweet Delight

Michele Cheplic says...

"I was wondering when this was going to happen."

In First Swine Flu Case Confirmed in Family Pet


Signup for our free community and join the conversation with 451,043 registered users active members!
Username
Password
Email
Birth Date
Gender Female Male
Agree to terms of use.
Terms of Service | Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe | Blog For Us! | Be a Moderator! | Advertise with Us | Help