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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Scattered cushions Dear Patches, The other day, I got bored and jumped onto the couch. I swear I smelt some treats in the cushions and I started to dig, but I couldn’t find them. I was certain Mom had hidden them from me, so I flung the first cushion through the air. Then I attacked
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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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Q: A stray cat adopted us, but what do we need to do before we can let him into our house? We have two other cats who seem to get along with him. A: Before adopting or allowing a stray cat into your house, it is important to ensure that it does not suffer from
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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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Q: My cat can’t wait for us in the mornings to get up. Although her food, water and litterbox are in our room, she wants out. We keep the bedroom door closed so she won’t bother the children (she wants to play with them), or our dogs, who sleep in the kitchen. How can we
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Every blood donor is a hero – even our beloved pets. Just as human blood banks play a critical role in our healthcare, animal blood banks can mean the difference between life and death for our furry friends. While it’s unimaginable for animal lovers, traumatic injuries do happen, whether from a car accident, an attack
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