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95% of cat owners admit they talk to their cats.

A cat can either be left pawed or right pawed.

A cat can jump as much as 7 times its height.

A cant can spend 5 or more hours a day grooming itself.

A cat can sprint at about 31 mph.

A cat cannot see directly under its nose.

Cats have 230 bones in their body, whilst humans have 206.

Cats have 4 rows of whiskers.

A cat can be pregnant for about 58-65 days.

A cat can see about 6 times better at night than a human can.

A cat that bites you… Continue

Whether your pet prefers squeaky rubber squirrels, stiff rawhide bones or fuzzy mice, he or she undoubtedly loves to play with toys. But is the source of your dog's or cat’s merriment safe? Many common household products—including toys for children and pets—may contain trace amounts of lead and other toxins. In most cases, however, the levels of these ingredients in toys don’t pose a significant threat to your furry friend.

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) reviewed 200,000 cases fr… Continue

There’s something disconcerting about being middle-aged and watching my once-agile dog leap ahead of me into old age. No, not leap - she’s too creaky for that, stiff and slow almost overnight, it seems. She’s suddenly terrified of the kinds of storms she once danced through; she spurns a morning walk to go back to bed, circling awkwardly in an effort to get comfortable. Once down, she’ll lie there for hours on end, chin over the edge like Snoopy at his most dejected.

She’s depressed about getti… Continue

If you’re going to feed your dogs “people” food, shouldn’t you feed them something that’s actually good for them? Here are some healthy, easily obtainable options straight from market shelves that can be added to spice up your pup’s regular fare. There are, of course, a few cautions to keep in mind. First, none of these items by themselves constitutes a “complete and balanced” meal, and if your dog has health or weight issues, check with your vet before introducing them. Next, considering that m… Continue

The month of October is Adopt-A-Dog month! American Humane is trying to help promote dog adoption from shelters and rescue groups. This is a great cause, since so many amazing dogs are waiting to find homes.

Their theme is Be a Superhero! How? By saving the day for a homeless dog. During the month they encourage everyone who can bring a dog into their lives to visit their local shelters and rescue groups. Not only will you meet some great dogs, but you can literally save a life.

There are a lo… Continue