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What Kind Of ID Tag Should My Pet Have?

If your pet is prone to venture far from home then you should consider putting an identity tag on it. The ID tag can be as simple as you like, but the most advanced technique is to use ‘radio frequency identification’ or an RFID tag. Continue reading

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Suitable Strategies To Handling Cats And Dogs With Diabetic Issues

Humans are not the only ones who can have diabetes. Cats and dogs can have it as well. Diabetes is a chronic disease where the level of sugar in the blood (hyperglycemia) increases beyond the normal value. The pancreas is a special organ that releases insulin, which, in turn, controls the amount of sugar in the bloodstream. Once the pancreas is damaged, it can no longer produce insulin, and this gives way for Type 1 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is when the pancreas is still able to produce insulin, but in very little amount below the body’s requirement. Cats are more susceptible to have diabetes than dogs. Continue reading

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Common Feline Health Issues

If you have not had a cat or other pet before, it might come as a revelation to you to find out that they occasionally get sick. Some illnesses are hereditary and some are caught, but most are preventable and all are insurable. You can have your cat injected against the most common diseases and you can take out insurance against vet’s fees. Continue reading

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Vegetarian Diets For Your Cat Or Dog

Vegetarians are fond of animals as well – they simply do not eat them. Or perhaps that is why they do not eat them. Whatever! There is a question that bothers some vegetarians that own pets, and it is: do I have to feed them meat or can I provide vegetarian diets for my cat and dog. It is well worth thinking about this dilemma before buying a usually carnivorous pet. Continue reading

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