When you feel hot or even warm, chances are your cat does too. Our feline friends can be susceptible to overheating, heat stroke, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses just like us. The risk of these things happening increase as the temperature starts climbing. To help your feline friend, learn the common signs of cats overheating, common behaviors, and what to do if you think your cat is overheating. Read Article

July is Pet Hydration Awareness Month - a time to show pet owners the importance of proper hydration in your pet's life. Just like a human, your pet's body will not be able to function as it's supposed to without water. Knowing that it is important for your pet to be hydrated is one thing, but keeping them hydrated is another thing! Here are some tips for keeping your pet healthy and hydrated. Read Article

Once dry pet food is exposed to light or air, a process called "oxidation" occurs and food can become rancid very quickly. Read Article

Summer celebrations and fireworks seem to go hand-in-hand, especially when you are thinking of the Fourth of July. Read Article

We all need time to unwind. A little treat after a full day is well deserved, sometimes necessary. Hey, it's not easy to run a household and find time for yourself. Just ask your cat. While you're at work, your cat is busy at home, reigning over her kingdom, hunting down pests and marking her territory. She deserves a treat, too. For most cats, it gets no better than a few minutes with some fresh catnip or a favorite catnip-infused toy. Catnip is a plant related to mint and contains an essential oil called nepetalactone that is known to cause euphoric, almost hallucinogenic feelings in cats. Don't worry, catnip is natural, completely safe and nonaddictive fun for cats. Read Article

Most house cats sleep around 16 hours a day. Must be nice, right? But during the remaining hours of the day, cats play to stay sharp mentally and physically. Don't let that cute innocent look fool you. OK, cuteness wins, but don't forget that cats are natural hunters and need to be engaged on this instinctual level through play. Playtime helps counteract destructive boredom and provides valuable bonding time for you and your cat. Consider all the ways to play when choosing the right cat toys! Read Article

Caring for Your Feline Throughout His 9 Lives. Bringing home a new pet is one of the most exciting things you can do. It's so thrilling to have a precious, cuddly new pet to bring joy to your home. And kittens? They?re pretty much the best. But getting a kitten isn?t just for a week or a month. It is a lifelong commitment, and cats can live up to 18 years when well cared for at home. Cats are famously easy pets, but there?s still much to know about caring for your new cat through his life. Here are some of the highlights you need to know to keep your cat happy for life. Read Article

There are many obvious benefits to your pet getting proper exercise. It helps your pet maintain proper muscle tone, proper weight, and it improves heart health. Exercise also has other benefits that aren't tied directly to physical health. Regular exercise can help with your pet's mood and behavior. It stimulates her mind, which helps her mood and alleviates her tension or anxiety, which can lead to destructive behaviors. In essence, plenty of exercise leads to a happy, healthy pet, which leads to a happy, healthy pet parent. Read Article

According to the Humane Society of the United States, about 2.4 million healthy, adoptable cats and dogs - about one every 13 seconds - are put down in U.S. shelters each year.1 Despite this disheartening fact, pet overpopulation is still prevalent in America as it's often overlooked by many pet parents. Thousands of precious cats and dogs occupy shelters all across the US, often awaiting their demise. So what is the solution to pet overpopulation? It's simple - as pet parents we must have our pets spayed or neutered. In this way, we can help to effectively manage the pet population year-round. Read Article

If you're reading this article, there's no doubt you love your pet. You want to protect them from any harm, and since they spend the majority of their time in your home, it should be a safe haven. However, there are many dangers within your home that you should be mindful of. Many of these potential hazards are fairly obvious, and are similar to what you would be concerned about if you had a small child in the house. Many common domestic items are specifically dangerous to your furry friends. Whether it's food, pharmaceuticals, or chemicals, keep an eye out for these top household hazards for your pets. Read Article

The holidays are upon us, and so is the chillier weather. As you bundle up and get cozy with your cocoa, Dr. Jeff Werber, Emmy award-winning celebrity veterinarian, has some tips and tricks on how to ensure your pet has a healthy and happy holiday season. Read Article

In decades past, pet parents only looked to dogs for basic companionship for their kids, security and guard watch over their homes or occasional strolls in the park on a beautiful sunny day. Now, however, many pet parents have included these furry four-legged friends into their homes for overall health and wellness and to reduce anxiety and mood disorders. Yes, a pet a day will keep the doctor away! Pets are proving to be just the medicine we need to combat those ailments that could once only be healed through traditional medicine. Read Article

As temperatures drop and the bitter cold of winter approaches extra precautions need to be taken to keep our furry friends safe. To prevent frostbite, hypothermia and other health issues attributed to severe cold weather, it's recommended that you keep your pets indoors as much as possible. However, if your pet has to spend large portions of the day outdoors, following these simple guidelines will help keep them happy and healthy. Read Article

He's just fluffy. Aww, look at her cute little belly! He's just getting older. These are some of the things we say about our pets to make light of the fact that they might be overweight. As pet parents, we must realize that pet obesity is something we need to take seriously as it could lead to many preventable diseases and ailments. Over the last five years, both dog and cat obesity have been on the rise. In the United States, an estimated 55% of our beloved pets are currently classified as overweight. Pet parents should be concerned! Recent data shows that this elevated number of overweight or obese pets led to over $54 million in pet insurance claims. Read Article

In the age of cell phone selfies, Instagram pictures and social media, amateur photography is more prevalent than ever. As a pet parent you've probably taken several candid photos of your precious furry friend and shared them with family and friends. Well, wouldn't it be great to amaze your loved ones with professional quality photos that YOU - yes, you captured with your digital camera, cell phone, tablet or other electronic device? Read Article

As doting pet parents, we make sure that our furry friends have everything they need for optimal quality of life, including food and water, toys, shelters, kennels, crates, collars and leashes and even clothing. However, when it comes to providing our pets with the appropriate bowls for eating and drinking we often don't think beyond the cutesy packaging and designs. Picking the right bowl for your pet can make your pet's meal time not only more enjoyable, but also safer and healthier, too. Read Article

Whether you reside in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio or New York, being prepared for Mother Natures every mood means that you not only dress the part, but you adjust your home and furnishings for the rising and falling temperatures, too. As a pet parent, you also have to look out for your pet's well-being, and that doesn't end with mere food and water. Providing your furry pal with warm and cool weather essentials to stay comfortable all year-round is just as important as his food and water resources. Read Article

No doubt while going about your day, you've noticed your cat grooming herself. It's what cats do, several times a day. That makes some pet owners think their cat doesn't need grooming but a little help from a kitty parent can keep your pet looking her best. Just a few simple cat grooming tips can keep your feline in tip-top shape. Read Article