With its festive red or white flowers, poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is one of the most common holiday winter plants. But are poinsettias poisonous to cats and dogs? And if your pet eats the toxic plant, what should you do? Are Poinsettias Poisonous to Cats? Poinsettias are on the ASPCA® list of toxic plants and are considered poisonous to cats. But…
It’s that time again to deck the halls. But you should be careful when it comes to breaking out your Christmas decorations if you have pets. While they may look festive, they can also be deadly. Take the fiesty mistletoe for instance. The Christmas decoration is popular among holiday romantics looking to lock lips with that special…
Cats typically groom themselves, but a good cat brushes will help keep their coat healthy, reduce matting and minimize shedding to limit pet hair around your home, according to our experts. With so many brush types on the market (some of which can be dangerous if you use them improperly), narrowing down your options can be a challenge.…
Were all familiar with the FLU. This year a rare strain of bird flu has infected nearly 50 cats in a New York City animal shelter. The virus, identified as H7N2, is spreading directly from cat to cat. This marks a first for this viral strain of bird flu. This is a health concern for…
Pet Wintertime Hazards and SafetyTips. Along with the end of the Holiday rush, for many of us this New Year, also brings winter’s chilling snow and frigid temperatures.
The Consumer Specialty Products Association along with the Humane Society Legislative Fund made a joint announcement on December 13, 2012 that antifreeze and other engine and radiator coolants manufactured in all 50 states will now contain a bitter flavoring agent.
Each year as the seasons change, outdoor temperatures drop and the snow starts to fly, it’s a good time for pet owners to refresh their Wintertime Pet Health Quotient (HQ) so their dogs and cats can all enjoy the slopes and season safely