A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
Being an adoptive mother, I had many things to learn while raising my kitten, Smudge. Smudge has become an important part of my life. Important enough that I physically ache with missing her while I am away at college. But every reunion is beautiful. When I adopted Smudge, she was not happy about the foreign carrier I put her in […]
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Every holiday has its own bells and whistles when it comes to decorations and how we celebrate. For Easter, there are a lot of hidden dangers for your pets. Here are the most common dangers of Easter decorations: 1. Flowers When consumed, some flowers can be harmful or even poisonous. Lilies, a traditional springtime flower, are especially poisonous to cats. […]
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Traditionally, we have fed our cats out of bowls for centuries. Some of us even use saucers for our “fancier” cats. However, studies have shown bowl-feeding to be unhealthy for cats. According to Petful.com, free-feeding, or leaving a bowl of dry food out all day, is actually bad for your cat. They pull in examples from the animal kingdom: herbivores […]
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Cats love tiny, warm, dark places. But why buy a mini carpeted cat hole when you can make a cat tent with materials found around your house? What you will need: Wire cutters and pliers 2 wire hangers 1 piece of cardboard (Recommended 15” x 15”) Scissors Duct tape Medium T shirt Step One Cut the hooks off the hangers […]
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Cats like to be outdoors just as much as dogs do. However, since they are a little harder to train, most people keep their kitties indoors. How can they let their kitty out knowing she will return home safely? By leash training! Yes, cats can be leash trained too. Here are seven tips on how to leash train your cat: […]
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Oftentimes we think dogs can play with anything. However, there are unsafe objects and toys for dogs. Things such as strings, hair ties, children’s toys, and other household items can be harmful when swallowed. When picking the right toy for your dog, you should consider your dog’s size, activity level, preferences, and the environment in which they play. Some dogs like […]
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It’s very common for people to keep their cats indoors. However, an indoor cat is more likely to nap in the sun than to entertain itself. Ever wonder why your cat is always knocking things off your counters and climbing up to where it shouldn’t be? Your kitty is bored! Cats need exercise just like dogs; they just like different […]
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Aggression in dogs causes some people to avoid particular breeds. However, there are more than just genes playing into a dog’s aggression. Things such as prior training and care can effect a dog’s behavior. If your dog is a rescue dog, it’s important to note if he or she was abused or neglected in the past, for this could indicate […]
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We’ve seen it before: a family hops into their car and the dog jumps in with them. Everyone buckles up, yet Rover is unrestrained and most likely sitting on the floor. Of course, on TV everyone makes it safely to his or her destination. But what happens if you have to make a sudden stop? Your dog loses balance and […]
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When I came back from my recent vacation to Hawaii, I noticed something different about my cat, Smudge; she was a lot bigger than I remembered! Unfortunately overweight pets are common. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention estimates 54 percent of pets are overweight in America. So what can you do to help your pet if he or she is […]
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