Cats (and dogs too)use every part of their bodies to communicate with us and each other, including their paws. Cats have sweat glands between their paw pads. When they scratch an object, they deposit pheromones from the scent glands, leaving lots of information about themselves that other cats can read. The sweat glands also prevent […]
The University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine data shows that the latest canine flu (H3N2) has infected cats. A group of cats at a Northwest Indiana shelter tested positive for H3N2 canine influenza virus. The cats tested had shown unusual signs of respiratory disease. Dogs in the shelter had the virus at the same […]
Taking your frog, toad or other amphibian pet to the vet is challenging enough, but in winter, more so. Your amphibian may already be ill, so it’s vital that s/he be kept warm. A sudden change to a cold temperature can make the condition worse, even kill your pet. Following a few simple steps will […]
