Q: My cat loves Pronutro and goes crazy when I have it for breakfast. Is it safe to give him a bit – about a pea-sized amount – in the morning? A: Giving a small treat to your pet is usually not a problem, as long as he is not allergic to any of the
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I dig it Dear Patches, Every year, usually during spring, my mom spends some time in the garden. She digs holes in the ground, places plants in the holes and then covers them with soil. It looks like so much fun, and I cannot help myself… I also want to play that game. So, when
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Q: My two cats love chasing daddy long-legs spiders, and then eat them. Are these spiders dangerous and should I discourage them from their hunt? A: Cats are obligatory hunters and will often hunt when they see something move, irrespective of whether or not they are hungry. They may also only perform one part of
Never get a pet because your child saw the animal in a movie and wants one. Get everyone involved but keep pet chores age appropriate
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Many cats can be taught to walk on a leash in the park. It might take time and loads of patience, but if you are determined and your cat is game, you might be the talk of the park soon. Step 1 Get a comfortably fitting harness and a leash with a secure clip. Allow
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Cat owners know how finicky their feline pets can be. Some cats are real ‘foodies’, while others are snobs who often turn their noses up at food they don’t like. And sometimes, they love a certain dish one day, but walk away from it the next. That’s the life of a cat owner. But here
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You really want a pet and think that a cat is an obvious choice, because they are generally independent and just do their own thing. But this is not true. Although a cat can be independent, she still needs your love, attention and to be taken care of by you, her owner. Do this quick
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So you want a second cat, but you are a little worried about the possibility of having cat fights in your home. More than one cat in a home may lead to jealousy and stress, but there are ways to avoid these negative emotions. Here are nine ways to maintain the peace in your multi-cat
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Keeping your cat indoors is certainly much safer, but could lead to boredom, frustration and unwanted behaviour. So, follow our guidelines to make sure your cat enjoys good quality of life. 1. Choose the right breed Certain breeds make much better indoor cats than others. Therefore you’ll be much better off going for a quiet
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We often look at our pets and wish we could have the same laid-back lifestyle they have. They can sleep when they want to, get someone else to feed them and don’t have to worry about who’s going to clean up the mess. But did you know that we can learn a few lessons by
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Call it feline intelligence or survival skills, domestic cats have developed certain talents that help them adapt to most environments
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