When spring returns, it’s the right time to get outside and start tending to your garden. But if you have pets who will be out there with you, it’s important to know that there are many hazards that can pose a risk to their health.
If you’re hoping to improve your life, bringing home a canine or feline companion might be just what you need. Continue reading to learn about a study on the value of pets and their impact on well-being.
Could cats become more common in animal-assisted services and therapy work? Keep reading to learn about some recent research into feline therapy.
Many articles have been published about the benefits of pets on mental health and overall happiness, but they’re usually focused on the perks of sharing your home with a cat or dog. Well, the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) wants to change that. They announced a grant that will allow researchers at the University of Liverpool to look into the impacts of small animals as pets. Their goal is to find out if small pets have an effect on people’s well-being, too.
The LA wildfires in California were devastating not only because so many people lost their homes, but also because many people lost their pets. But there have been a lot of beautiful rescue and reunion stories in the months since the fires happened, and the story of Aggie the cat is one of them.
If you own an Airbnb and want to generate more income by attracting more renters, consider getting a pet. According to Lu Lu, who is an associate professor at Temple University, having a cute pet may influence people to book a stay with you. Keep reading to learn about this interesting research.
Have you ever wondered what the most common causes of veterinary visits are? Well, pet insurance companies that receive claims when pets visit the vet are a good source for answers. Nationwide is one of many insurance companies that offer pet insurance plans, and they have over one million insured pets in their database. When they analyzed their data, they were able to figure out the top problems that cause dogs and cats to visit their vets. Below is a breakdown of what they found.
Medicine time for cats can be stressful, especially if your kitty is difficult to pill or you have to give them a liquid medication that tastes awful. But if you implement the right strategies, things can go more smoothly. Many people find that they can hide a pill or liquid in food to trick their pet into thinking it’s treat time instead of medicine time, so it’s worth trying out a few methods to figure out what works for your feline.
There’s so much to like about guinea pigs. They’re super cute, they make a range of adorable sounds, and they’re small enough to fit in your hands. But even though you might be tempted to bring one home, there’s a lot to consider before you do.
“Catio” is a cute term for an enclosed patio for cats—in other words, it’s a “cat patio.” It can stand on its own as an outdoor cat enclosure, or it can be connected to a window or door that leads to your backyard space. Either way, it lets your kitty spend time outside while remaining safely confined.
Spring is a season of renewal, so it’s the perfect time to do some cleaning around the house to freshen things up, get rid of things you no longer need, and make space for new things. But if you share your home with pets, it’s important to take a few steps to ensure their well-being while you do your spring cleaning. Check out the information below to see how spring cleaning could potentially have adverse effects on pets, and what you can do to keep everyone happy.
With spring around the corner, it’s time to think about all of the fun things you’ll do to welcome the new season, and that includes activities you’ll enjoy with your dogs and cats. But bear in mind that there are some safety hazards that come with the warmer weather and longer days. Keep reading to learn about springtime safety tips for pets that you can use to keep your companions happy and healthy.
