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November 27, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 27, 2022

What To Do If the Mother Cat Refuses to Nurse?

Your cat went through pregnancy and gave birth to her kittens. Now it’s time for her to take care of her kittens, but for some reason, she won’t breastfeed them. Perhaps she has completely rejected one or more kittens or simply she is not sure how to breastfeed them properly. […]

November 26, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 26, 2022

Are My Fish Eating Each Other?

This question from a reader has reached a sensitive point for me, because I too have experienced what is happening to her, aquarium fish eating other fish. This has probably happened to many of you. “I have two Ancistrus in a mixed tropical aquarium. I have noticed in the last […]

November 25, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 25, 2022

Are Toads Poisonous to Dogs?

Every frog has the ability to produce toxins when they feel they are in danger, but many of them are not dangerous. However, there are some that can be incredibly toxic to your dog just a few minutes after exposure. There are two main categories of toxins that come from […]

November 24, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 24, 2022

Is Turmeric Good in Cats? What About Dogs?

The use of turmeric in dogs’ and cats’ diets has many health benefits, but also some contraindications that you should know about. Else, you could put their health at risk. What is turmeric? Turmeric originated in India almost 4,000 years ago. It was used as a condiment and medicine, but […]

November 23, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 23, 2022

What To Do When a Lizard Loses Its Tail

For those who are beginners in raising lizards, the moment when they lose their tail can prove to be quite strange and frightening. That is why it is good to know that there is also a good part: by magic, the tails of lizards grow back in most cases. But […]

November 22, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 22, 2022

When Can Kittens Eat Dry Food?

Although it isn’t all that easy to care for kittens, it is a very rewarding experience and you surely won’t regret taking it on. Kittens will have dietary requirements that differ greatly from those of adult cats, in the same way that human babies will need different foods than adults. […]

November 21, 2022

Is Starbucks Puppuccino Safe for Your Dog

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 21, 2022

Are Starbucks Puppuccinos bad for my dog?

Taking your pup to your local Starbucks and buying a Puppuccino for him can be a really fun adventure regardless of whether you get this idea from the sweet look you get from your dog while picking up your coffee or from the adorable videos that become viral almost daily. […]

November 21, 2022

Published by Lisa Shelby at November 21, 2022

Birth In Cats: All You Need to Know About What Happens When Your Cat Has Kittens

Is your cat pregnant? This means that a very exciting time is waiting for you. But the following event also brings some questions, especially if it is the first birth of the cat. I have gathered the most important information about giving birth in cats to help you prepare for […]