When a stray cat follows you home or appears at your front door out of nowhere, you’re probably assuming the animal’s hungry or sick. And you’re probably right. Most homeless cats approach people when they need food or help. The cat probably hasn’t eaten for days or needs medical assistance. Can you tell if a …
Most stray cats were someone’s pet at one point in their life. Many mistake stray felines for feral cats because they’re not familiar with the differences between stray and feral cats. However, they’re not the same animals. Stray felines have been socialized with people. On the other hand, feral cats have never been around people …
The Borzoi dog is a regal, sight-hound breed that is often compared to a greyhound in appearance. Sighthounds, better known as gazehounds to some, are a category of dogs that rely on sight and speed when hunting. Sighthounds rely heavily on their vision to help them catch prey rather than depending on the scent, as …
Have you ever wondered why your dog seems to be attached to your hip? Why do they follow you everywhere, even in the bathroom? If you’ve ever had a dog, you know that they can sometimes seem like Velcro – permanently attached to your side, no matter where you go. It might seem cute when …
When you adopt a dog, you can help an animal in need by adopting a failed service dog. Although all canines have the potential to be good, not every dog is cut out to be a service animal. Service dogs in training typically fail the process if they cannot commit to the various roles required …
Many people are familiar with human head lice, but did you know there’s such a thing as dog lice? While it’s not a pleasant topic to think about, dog lice are a reality for many pet owners. These tiny parasitic insects feed on your dog’s blood and can cause several problems, including skin irritation, hair …
You can’t tell if a stray cat is pregnant by just looking at the animal. Sure, cars have darkened nipples and swollen abdomen when pregnant. However, you can’t confirm pregnancy without a blood test, x-rays, ultrasound, or abdominal palpation. Moreover, cats can also experience pseudopregnancy or false pregnancy. Therefore, if you’re worried about a stray …
Is your normally sweet and gentle dog suddenly acting out of character and becoming aggressive? If your dog suddenly turns aggressive, there’s a reason for it. If so, what could be causing this sudden change in behavior? While there could be several reasons for your dog’s aggression, understanding why your dog is acting out can …
We often see stray cats hanging around our homes and wonder how we can make their life easier. Stray cats need our help because they’re domesticated animals without the skills of wild cats, so they can’t survive on the streets alone for too long. Most stray cats stay hungry for days, catch deadly diseases, or …
Stray cats hide their kittens for two obvious reasons: safety and protection. If you’re a cat person worried about the safety of a stray female cat and her babies in your neighborhood, you can help the mother cat by providing food, water, and shelter. However, you can’t easily find where feral cats hide their kittens …