As Spot’s resident cat enthusiast, I am dedicated to researching and sharing information that helps pet owners take the best care of their pets. Pet ownership comes with it’s share of challenges, but my goal is to help make this journey easier.
How to Spoil Your Kitten
All cats deserve to be showered in love. We know if you just got a brand-new, adorably cuddly kitten, that’s all you want to do! Kittens have a way of getting us wrapped around their fingers and turning our hearts into jelly, so it is not uncommon to...
Cat Tips
Can Cats Eat Broccoli?
Broccoli, a popular vegetable used in a variety of dishes worldwide, is a member of the cabbage family and is known for its superior health benefits. Broccoli compliments almost any ingredient, be it chicken, cottage cheese, or pasta, and can even be...
Cat Tips
How To Give a Cat a Pill
You’re probably reading this after trying to give your cat a pill without much success. Even professional DVMs (aka doctors of veterinary medicine) who have done it countless times sometimes struggle to get cats to swallow their medicines without pill...
Cat Tips
Can Cats Eat French Fries?
When it comes to junk food, we all love drooling over them. Whether it’s a slice of cheesy pizza or quick and snackable french fries, we all indulge from time to time. What if our pet cat joins in too? Is it okay to share your junk food with cats? Can...
Cat Tips
Field Spaniel: What to Know Before Bringing One Home
Breed Characteristics: Field Spaniel Field Spaniels are a medium-sized dog breed known for their graceful appearance and balanced build. They typically weigh between 35 and 50 pounds and stand about 17 to 18 inches tall at the shoulder1. These dogs...
Puppy Tips
Can Cats Eat Celery?
Celery, a vegetable touted as nutritious food for humans, has been cultivated and cooked in hundreds of ways by people in every part of the world. Should we also add it to our cat’s breakfast? Can Cats Eat Celery? The one-word answer to this...
Cat Tips
4 Simple DIY Pet Toys for Dogs and Cats
Why Go DIY with Pet Toys? At one point or another, you’re probably going to need to refresh your pet toy stash. Either they’ve destroyed the expensive ones labeled as unbreakable, they’ve figured out the “puzzles”, or they are just not interested in...
Lifestyle
Can Dogs Eat Eggplant? Benefits, Risks & How to Feed Safely
Are you considering adding eggplant to your dog's diet? With the growing popularity of raw and fresh food diets for dogs, it's natural to wonder, "Can dogs eat eggplant safely?" Let's explore the benefits, potential risks, and best practices for...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Soy Beans?
Soybeans — the protein-rich substitute for chicken often favored by vegetarians — are considered very healthy for humans when eaten in moderation. Dogs also need protein in their diet, so it’s easy to assume that soybeans would be good for them too....
Dog Tips
A Guide to Hypoallergenic Cat Breeds
For many individuals, the joy of owning a cat is overshadowed by the unpleasant symptoms of allergies. However, the dream of feline companionship needn't be abandoned entirely. Several cat breeds are known for their reduced production of Fel d 1, the...
Breed Tips
8 Things Pet Parents Wished Vets Would Tell Them
No matter how much we read and research about proper pet parenting, there will always be things about our pet’s health we simply don’t have the answers to. Your pet’s veterinarian will likely be the best source of information specifically catered to...
Lifestyle
Kittenhood Insight 3: Provide Kitten Essentials
From Sarah Hodgson Provide Kitten Essentials When raising a kitten or adopting a rescue cat, outfitting your home with their needs in mind will go a long way in helping your new companion feel safe and satisfied. Prepare with these kitten essentials: A...
Kitten Tips
