It is no doubt that cats make wonderful pets! Despite having a reputation for being aloof, there are cats that love snuggling with their owners at any time of the day. Although not rare, cuddling is certainly not something you can expect from every furry feline you meet. If you have a cat that loves…
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What does it mean when my dog yawns?
Our dogs may not be able to tell us what they need in actual words, thus they use their body language to communicate with us, which includes barking, pawing and even yawning. The most common association with yawning would be that your dog is feeling exhausted or bored. In fact, there are various reasons behind…
My dog vomited. What should I do?
I am sure all pet parents will agree that nothing gets us out of bed quicker than the sound of our dog regurgitating and about to vomit. We could be feeding them quality food and yet, they still throw up occasionally. Not to worry as more often than not, dogs vomiting is not a serious…
Is my dog feeling cold?
Most people assume that dogs are fully protected from the cold because of their fur coats. The truth is, dogs can suffer from colds just like humans do. Whether indoors or outdoors, it is important to keep your dog sufficiently warm for its own health and safety. So how can we tell if our dogs…
Is My Dog Having A Fever?
One of the best things to do in the world is snuggling with your furry best friend. Our dog’s body is constantly warm to touch, as they have a higher normal body temperature than we humans do. Just like humans, dogs get fevers and we need to know when our dog is sick and when…
Does my cat feel bored?
Cats are independent and curious in nature. They generally won’t mind being alone during the day, and often show affection once their owners return home. As a cat parent, you might have asked yourself: Does my cat get bored at home, especially when we are away and no one else is around? The most important…
Dogs and Their Sleeping Positions
Just like humans, dogs sleep in a variety of positions. Whether it is sleeping on their side or sleeping on their back with their bellies exposed, there is a lot we can learn about them through their sleeping positions and habits. By observing their positions, we can spot clues that give insight into how they’re…
Do I Need To Brush My Dog’s Teeth?
As dedicated pet parents, we put in extra effort to care for our dogs. We spend time researching on the best food to feed them, we buy them all the toys and treat they could ever wanted. However, it becomes a different story when it comes to brushing their teeth. Just like humans, plaque and…
Resource Guarding In Dogs
Resource guarding is a common behaviour found in many dogs. It is where a dog uses avoidance, threatening, or aggressive behaviours to retain control of food or other items in front of a person or another dog. This behaviour is also called possessive aggression, and any dog breeds can be equally affected by it. Aggressive…
Understanding your cat’s body language and behaviour
Are you curious to find out what is going through your cat’s mind? While humans rely primarily on speech to communicate with each other, cats communicate in a silent language. Cats speak using a combination of body language, vocalization and scent cues. Learning how to recognise cat language help you to understand what your cat…