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Transitioning Your Cat's Food with Cat Treats
So you're thinking about changing your cat's food. Whether you're doing it for health, you want to change the type of food, or you just want to get your cat onto a rotational diet, convincing your cat to eat something new can be difficult. After all, new is scary! Their instincts tell them that something they don't recognize might make them sick, so they're often skeptical of anything different in their bowl. While there are many ways to help convince your cat to eat something new, an often overlooked technique is using treats. When using this method, you want the...
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Doggy Daycare: The Good, The Bad, and the Not So Bad
Just because you work long hours doesn't mean you can't be a pet parent. Many people think leaving their pet home alone isn't fair. While that may be true, that's a reason doggy daycares exist. While it's a good option for many, it may have a downside that some pet owners don't consider when signing their fluffy buddy up for day stays. PROS: -Some pets can be destructive when alone, either as a form of separation anxiety or just plain boredom. They may tear up furniture, clothes, or shoes, dig through the garbage, or look for ways out of the...
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Baby Chicks 101
The very first thing to acknowledge when it comes to baby chicks, is that they're not toys or things you get on a whim. Baby chicks are not spontaneous Easter gifts for ones that do not have the means or area to care for them. Chicks are cute, but fragile little creatures, and most people cannot resist smiling and picking one up to hold when they seem them. There's nothing as cute as a peeping bunch of little chicks, but keep in mind, chicks grow up! And you have to have what's required to give them a safe and happy...