Psyched about your much needed holiday getaway but upset about leaving your feline friend home alone? Well, your worries aren’t unfounded: kitties need companionship too. Cats can get the blues, and contrary to popular belief, the so-called solitary creatures do get lonesome. Majority of veterinarians believe that domestic cats are not only prone to depression, […]
Fire Hydrants and Dogs! The Facts about Territorial Marking!
The scene is a familiar one: a dog approaches a hydrant, sniffs it, lifts his leg and … well you get the idea. While not exclusive to dogs, territorial marking is certainly one of the behaviors most commonly associated with them. The behavior usually consists of a dog depositing small traces of urine on a […]
In The Lyme Light: What You Need To Know About Dog Tick Bites!
We protect our pets from ticks, but during these warm summer days when we’re spending more time outdoors, the last thing most of us think about is protecting ourselves. This tiny insect’s bite is worse than its bark, however. The potential health risks that come with a tick bite can be scary, but they can […]
DEFUNCT DEBARKING! Freedom of Speech: Your Dog’s Right to Bark
Cosmetic surgery on pets has always been a controversial topic. Cosmetic tail docking and declawing clearly do not benefit the animals and in some cases, ear cropping is nothing more than a canine’s version of a face-lift. However, there is a procedure, which is generating a lot interest from dog owners around the globe. This […]
Lawn And Garden Care Products Can Cause Canine Cancer!
The Grass May Not Be As Green As It Seems… These days, lawn and garden care products are increasingly popular, helping to preserve our lawns’ health and green sheen appearance. Many products do offer a variety of benefits to your lawn and your garden, but the chemicals responsible for these benefits are also […]
Pets Enjoy Being Stroked – But Not By The Summer Sun!
Summer is a time of outdoor barbecues, beaches, bare-footed and paw-printed fun! But if the proper precautions aren’t taken, summer can have serious repercussions for your adored pets. Animal Fair Media has created an informative reference tear sheet to put on your cool fridge that will help protect your pets from the heat […]