Anyone who owns cats knows they love to sit in boxes. Now a citizen science project suggests they like to seat themselves within the outlines of squares just as much as they would like to plant down in real ones, showing that cats (like their human owners) can be fooled by optical illusions. The feline…
Brush Up On Pet Dental Health Month To help keep your pets smiling bright, we’re celebrating Pet Dental Health Month in February – making this the perfect time to get your furry friend on a proper dental regimen. Schedule an appointment this month for a dental cleaning procedure and receive a $100 credit through the…
Do your dogs or cats have a great Halloween costume? If so, then enter the All Animal Care Clinic dog and cat Halloween photo contest by posting a picture of your pet in the comments below! The dog and cat who receive the most likes on Facebook will each win a trick or treat gift…
1. Catnip: The ubiquitous catnip or Nepeta cataria is well-known for being safe and enjoyable for cats. However, it’s best not to give it to cats who have a history of seizures. Also, young kittens and some adult cats do not respond to catnip, so it may be hit or miss with your particular cat….
Your cat’s constipation may seem like a minor concern—but, hey, it’ll “pass,” right? Not so fast. This relatively common condition can become dangerous if left untreated. Here’s what you need to know. Constipation happens when feces builds up in the colon, hardens and becomes difficult to pass. The prevailing cause is dehydration. Diseases that can…
As you roll out the barbeque and fireworks, don’t forget your pet’s safety! July 5th is one of the busiest days for shelters across the country with a 30% increase in lost pets because many spooked pets flee their homes amidst explosions and smoke. This video rounds up some of the best 4th of July…
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – The government is ending its controversial research experiments on kittens after a bipartisan bill, co-sponsored by Florida Congressman Brian Mast, R-Fla, was filed in March describing the practice as “taxpayer-funded kitten slaughter.” The KITTEN ACT, or “Kittens in Traumatic Testing Ends Now Act,” involved parasite-related experiments on cats and kittens in U.S….
The new sanctuary has expanded to include an orphanage, a kindergarten and a veterinary clinic. Alaa and his team resemble a small development agency, providing services that government and international charities cannot or will not. He strongly believes that helping children to look after vulnerable animals teaches them the importance of kindness to all living…
There are about 100 different cat noises, which our feline friends mix and match to talk to us. Let’s review some of the most common cat noises here. You’ve probably noticed that cats spend a lot of time and energy communicating with other cats in their lives, but that very little of that communication is…
A White Coat Waste Project investigation has exposed that a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) laboratory in Maryland breeds up to 100 kittens a year, feeds the 2-month-old kittens parasite-infected raw meat, collects their feces for 2 weeks, and then kills and incinerates the kittens even though they’re healthy and adoptable. The USDA is even…