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New kittens are cuddly, sweet and require a little bit of work when it comes to nutritional requirements. Here is a guide to help you gain a grasp on the basics of feeding your little bundle of fur during those first few months.  Time it Right  Your kitten’s feeding routines will need to be modified as he grows, leading you to feed him fewer meals each day. From about six to twelve weeks, he will need to be fed four times each day. This is because he may double or triple his body weight during this time. From about three to six...

The word on the street has been for years that you should only bathe your dog once every six months because bathing can strip the oils from your canine’s coat. More recently, veterinary dermatologists are debunking this statement, saying weekly baths for your dog aren’t a bad idea after all. In fact, regular baths are great for treating irritating skin conditions dogs can be prone to like skin infections and itchy, dry skin.   Is this discouraging news to you? Do you loathe bath time because not only does dog get wet but you, yourself and the entire bathroom from ceiling...

Many dogs seem to hate receiving medicine and pet owners dread administering it. When medicine comes in the form of a pill, capsule or tablet, it can be even more difficult to ensure that your dog gets the dosage he needs. Have you ever seen a dog spit up a capsule or find it lying on the floor after thinking your pup had already ingested it? If you are fed up with trying to give pills to your dog, do not lose heart. Try these tips for getting your pooch to swallow her pills.  (Before giving any medicine with food,...

Have you ever had a pet that you struggled to train? Did you ever reach a point where you felt like there was no use in training it? Perhaps your dog was too old and you are familiar with the age old saying that you “can’t teach an old dog new tricks.” Thankfully, this fallacy has been disproven many times over and you can in fact teach a dog of any age tricks and manners without loads of hours or effort.  Whether you have a pup who is still learning boundaries or you have a dog who has been a...