Archives for cats

Why does my cat have whiskers?

  If you’ve ever wondered what Kitty’s whiskers were for, here’s the answer: each individual whisker is actually a way for your cat to sense her surroundings. In other words, whiskers are a cat’s GPS.   How do they work?   Each whisker is filled with extra-sensitive nerves that help Kitty judge distance and space….

Why does my cat meow?

  We often think cats meow as a form of communication to each other, but it looks like we’re wrong about that. Cat behaviourists say that only kittens meow to their mothers; when they’re hungry, cold or scared. But once they get older, they use other vocalisations, such as hissing and growling, to communicate with…

Does my dog have food allergies

Not sure why Fido is scratching incessantly? If it isn’t fleas or ticks, it could be a food allergy. Here are some ways to find out if your furry friend is suffering from food allergies.   Common signs of food allergies include: Chronic ear inflammation Gastrointestinal problems Chronic diarrhea Chronic gas Licking of limbs Itchy…

Dehydrated food vs Kibble

Not sure whether to feed your beloved pet dehydrated food or kibble?  Let’s weigh the pros and cons of these two doggie diets. How is it prepared? As the name suggests, dehydrated food is a process of removing water from food, using warm air to slowly dry out the ingredients. The Honest Kitchen uses meat…

Fresh from the Farm to Fido

Fresh from the farm to Fido. It’s about time you asked just how is The Honest Kitchen’s dehydrated pet food manufactured? And we’re gonna tell you, here’s how:   #1 Get ingredients from trusted suppliers We only procure ingredients from our trusted suppliers in the human food industry, many of whom we’ve worked with since…