Most cats are meticulous groomers who spend a lot of their time licking and making sure their fur is clean. While this is typical cat behavior, when it is taken too far there may be cause for concern. Excessive grooming is something that can signify a problem with your cat’s health, which is why it is important to be aware of the signs and what you can do about it. Licking, scratching, and chewing behaviors are common amongst cats, but when these behaviors become compulsive, you may want to make an appointment with your vet.
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Sykesville Vet Tips: Pet Health Hazards During Winter
Winter is always a busy season for us veterinarians. There are a number of threats that can put the health and safety of your dearest pet at risk during this time of year. Here are some top tips from our Sykesville vet staff on how you can keep your pet safe from those wintry threats.
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Warning: Do You Know the #1 “Silent Killer” of Dogs & Cats?
When we talk about “silent killers” of dogs and cats, we’re talking about those diseases that show no early signs and yet are deadly enough to cause damage without you knowing. The sad bit is that by the time you realize your pet is ill and visit the pet hospital, the damage done could be irreversible.
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12 Cleaning Tips Every Dog Or Cat Owner Should Know
We all love our pets, but we do not like the mess they cause around. If you are a pet owner or veterinarian searching for cleaning advice, here are the 12 cleaning tips every dog or cat owner should know.
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7 Tips to Get Your Dog to Stop Jumping on Guests
Most people like it when their dogs jump to greet them once they get home. But think of a case where your guest arrives and your dog jumps up on them; it may be frightening and uncomfortable to them. So what can you do to stop your dog from jumping on guests? How can you modify this behavior? You should begin by understanding why your dog jumps in the first place. The main reason it will continue jumping on your guests is because it has been rewarded for its behavior in the past like allowing it to jump or feeding it right after it has jumped. Other reasons include greeting and showing its dominance. You can now use the following 9 tips to prevent your dog from jumping on your guests.
6 Scientific Facts You Live Longer If You’re a Pet Owner
Statistical research indicates that in the U.S. alone there are 97.3 million pets (cats and dogs combined). In other words, 65% of the American population has at least one pet in their household. If we add number of pet owners from the rest of the world…well, you get the idea. When you think about this, it’s no surprise that scientists wanted to check if owning a pet was good for our health. Not only have they discovered it’s good, but also they found having an animal is one of the keys to a longer life.
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Cat Health Benefits from Raising Your Kitty Indoors
An indoor life offers many cat health and safety benefits, especially in today’s concrete jungles. Unaccompanied cats face all kinds of dangers when they venture outdoors.
Still not sure indoor living is the best fit for your cat? Here are the pros of keeping them in.
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How To Prevent Most Common Dental Problems In Dogs
Like humans, pets experience dental problems. Dental disease is common in dogs and frequently occurs in dogs that are two-to-three years old. The good news is that there are different things you can do to correct these issues and prevent them from reoccurring. Here is a list of the most common dental problems in dogs, and how to correct them:
Why You Should NOT Give Pets as Surprise Holiday Gifts
We’ve seen it time and time again in the movies – giving a pet as a surprise gift for Christmas. While this may be an “aww” moment on film, this is a big no-no in real life.
There are many, many reasons why you should never give a pet as a surprise holiday gift, some of which we will go over here shortly. Before we dive into that, we want to point out that taking on the responsibility of a pet is a major decision that should not be taken lightly. If you are thinking about adopt a pet, it is important that you sit down with your Sykesville vet and discuss what you are looking for, as well as what some of the responsibilities that come along with pet ownership are. Please do not give a pet as a gift this holiday season to get in someone else’s good graces, make your kids happy, or any other reason.
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How to Keep Your Dog Out of the Pet Hospital During the Holidays
The pet hospital is the last place you want to visit during the holidays. Considering the season’s festive décor and scrumptious feasts though, dogs tend to grow more curious and enterprising this time of the year and may often find themselves in situations that put their safety and health at risk.
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