Losing a pet is every furparent’s nightmare. Yet, millions of desperate ‘Missing’ and ‘Lost Dog/Cat’ posters go up each year around the globe. Oftentimes, it only takes minutes – sometimes even seconds – of carelessness for a pet to get stolen or go missing. According to the UK National Pet Register, over 10 million pets […]
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Biting Bunnies
Rabbits are popular pets due to their sweet appearance and seemingly docile temperaments. Yet, you may find that reaching into their cages to replenish their food or even to give them a loving pat, may be an invitation for a hard chomp or nip at your unsuspecting hands. Bunnies are rarely vicious or mean by […]
Home Grooming Tips for Dogs
We all want our canine friends to look and feel their best, making grooming regularly an essential part of taking care of your dog. You don’t always have to spend a bomb at professional grooming salons, though! These tips make home grooming a hassle-free, affordable alternative. Clipping Tales Many dog owners tend to think that […]
Kitty Proofing Your Home
Cats are curious creatures. But ever heard of the adage, “Curiosity killed the cat?” Protect your feline friend from him or herself by taking these kitty-proofing precautions for your home. Welcoming an adorable new kitten or an charismatic adult cat to the family is an exciting event. However, in the midst of all the joy, […]
Good Cat Feeding Habits
Felines are often viewed as ‘lower maintenance’ pets than their canine counterparts, which is no wonder many cat owners practice free-feeding by simply leaving out a bowl of kibble throughout the day, and replenishing the food whenever it runs out. While free-feeding may be a convenient solution to keeping your pet full at all times, […]
Senior Dog Diets
As your beloved canine friend gets older, its nutritional needs will change together its physical aging, too. Find out what you can do in terms of diet to keep your senior happy and healthy. How old is old? First things first: how would you know when your dog has crossed the threshold from mature adult to its […]
DIY Doggie Dental Care
Did you know that keeping your dog’s teeth clean may very well extend its lifespan? When conducted properly and on a regular basis, basic dental care practices can save your pet the agony of periodontal (dental) disease, which commonly affects dogs above four years of age. Although experts generally recommend a visit to a veterinary […]
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Engaging Your Hamster
Hamsters are usually seen as easy-to-care-for pets. As compared to dogs and cats that need regular exercise and even grooming, all you seem to need is just a simple cage and sufficient food and water for these little critters, and you’re good to go. However, don’t forget that hamsters are active little creatures that usually […]
Dealing with Destructive Chewing
Have you ever returned after a long day’s work, only to discover that the contents of your home have been destroyed beyond imagination? Picture this: wooden splinters are all that are left of your furniture. Your favourite pair of shoes, reduced to a slobbery mess. The cushions have been torn apart, with their stuffing pulled out […]
Caring for Community Cats
You’ve seen them around: cats without a home, roaming around in your neighbourhood foraging for food, or getting into fights with other cats. Find out some simple ways to care for these community cats around you. Sometimes, acts of caring for animals may go beyond your comfort zone. We’re talking about not just taking good […]
Which Bed is Best?
Picking the right bed for your beloved pooch can be quite a daunting task, especially since dogs spend a large portion of their time (about 12 hours a day, and sometimes even up to 16 hours!) sleeping. Your dog’s favourite resting place is its source of comfort and satisfaction. And since it can’t speak for […]
Should You Sterilise Your Cat?
Sterilising your cat may seem like a cruel action, especially when viewed from a human context. Pet owners might imagine a human being in the situation and think similarly on behalf of their feline friend: “Am I preventing it from reproductive action, taking away its virility, or even causing unhappiness? ” However, the truth might […]
Beyond Skin-Deep: Caring for Dogs with Sensitive Skin
Just as in humans, there could be a number of reasons as to why a dog experiences skin troubles – from allergies to parasites, or even nutritional deficiencies. Young puppies will be especially prone to a range of allergies and skin conditions, as their immune systems have yet to fully develop and stabilise in the […]
Making the Switch: Puppy to Adult Dog Food
In the blink of an eye, your canine friend has grown from a wee puppy to a full-fledged adult. Find out how your dog’s dietary needs change in the process of reaching maturity. You might have done extensive research to find out exactly what your pup requires for food before you brought it home. However, […]
5 Reasons to Love Dehydrated Dog Food
Raw, cooked, canned, dry, moist… With so many types of products available on the pet food market today, canine nutrition has certainly become a hot topic for discussion. Wet or canned foods are a flavourful, appealing source of hydration for dogs that aren’t too keen on drinking water, or too old, weak or lacking in […]
Living with Pets in High-Rise Homes
In land-scarce Singapore, many of us live in HDB flats, high-rise buildings or high-density environments. Find out what you have to consider when an animal companion shares your home in these cases. After a late night out, you walk along the corridor of your level in your HDB flat, trying to be as surreptitious and […]