Adopting a cat is a gift you give yourself and your future feline. But you may be unsure about how to choose between the cats at your local shelter. Chances are there are many! We’ve compiled advice on picking the proper age and cat breed to match your lifestyle and interests. Adopting a cat is an exciting and rewarding experience, but with so many choices—between kittens and adult cats, long-haired and short-haired, playful or calm—it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. Whether you’re a first-time cat owner or looking to add another furry friend to your home, this guide will help you make the best decision for your lifestyle and family.
Adopting a cat for the first time is an exciting experience, but it can also be a bit overwhelming. While cats are often considered independent pets, they still require proper care, attention, and understanding. Whether you're bringing home a kitten or an adult rescue, avoiding these common cat ownership mistakes will set you and your furry friend up for a happy life together.
Here are five common mistakes new cat owners make—and how to avoid them.
It’s important to bath your cat or dog when he is dirty. Giving your pet’s coat a thorough wash keeps his skin clean and free of parasites. However, your dog or cat may not get into the water willingly. We’ve compiled a simple instructional on how to make bath time with your pet a relatively hassle-free process.
If you’ve ever looked into the big brown eyes of your beloved rescue pup and thought, “What are you, exactly?”—you’re not alone. More pet parents are turning to technology to decode their dog's DNA and uncover their mixed-breed origins. Fortunately, today’s pet tech world offers a range of dog DNA testing apps and services that make discovering your mutt’s genealogy easier (and more fun!) than ever.
In this blog, we’ll explore the top apps to identify your dog’s breed, explain how they work, and help you decide which tool might be best for you and your furry friend.
Whether you have just picked up a brand new puppy or have given an old dog a new home, it’s not uncommon for dogs to have an accident in their new living environment. We’ve compiled some tips on teaching your new dog to eliminate in the right place every time.
Can you Teach an Old Dog New Tricks?
While it’s hard to teach an old dog a new trick, refreshing an adult dog’s housetraining skills is an easier trick than most. According to famous dog behaviorist Cesar Millan, it’s important to first distinguish that your adult dog’s in-house accidents are not the result of behavioral or medical issues, but simply a lack of training. He suggests contacting your vet if you suspect the soiling is related to medical problems, and consulting a canine professional if the soiling is related to a behavioral problems. Otherwise, training to the rescue!