Most of us do not think of cats having allergies or food intolerance. In Cat Fancy, “A Sensitive Issue, does your cat need a hypoallergenic diet?”, Ramona D Marek, MS ED, discusses your cat’s diet as it relates to allergies and intolerance. The good news is that your cat’s need for certain medications may be […]
Age and where you got your kitten or cat plays a role in training your cat. So some simple questions. Where did you get your cat? How old was your feline when you brought it home? Most kittens and cats bond to humans between 7 and 14 weeks old. A cat adopted from the Humane […]
As an old aquarium owner, fish owners make a common mistake putting a variety of fish in their new tanks. You certainly can do that, but it is not the natural habitat of fish like the discus. With a few pointers, you can have a tank full of flourishing discus. These beautiful fish form shoals. […]
The rosy boa (Charina spp.) is considered one of the best snakes for beginners because they are so calm as well as attractive. The boa’s native range is in the American Southwest region, into the Baja and Sonoran Mexico. In the U.S. they are found in California and Arizona, as well as the Colorado and […]
I’ve seen lots of information about cat and kitten diet and nutrition. Unlike dogs, cats nutrition needs are much different because of their natural prey. Cats are obligate carnivores. Their diets should consist mostly of meat protien like poultry, beef, rabbit, venison and fish. Other diet boosters are eggs and cottage cheese. Veterinarians have varying […]
Guinea pigs are lots of fun and not just for kids! Guinea pigs (also called Cavy or Cavies) are excellent pets for adults. You don’t have to worry about your pet being alone for too many hours because guinea pigs should live with at least one cavy companion. No walking required, and the cavies are nappers. […]
