Articles and Info-Posts regarding health, well-being, and the happiness of any senior pet.
As cats enter their senior years, it is not uncommon for them to develop thyroid-related disorders, particularly hyperthyroidism. This condition, which is caused by an overactive thyroid gland, is one of the most frequently diagnosed endocrine disorders in aging felines. On the other hand, hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, is …
Looking for our Senior Dog Age Calculator? The age at which a dog is considered a senior varies depending on the size and breed of the dog. In general, small dogs are considered seniors at 10-12 years old, medium-sized dogs at 8-9 years old, large dogs at 6-7 years old, …
Maintaining a clean litterbox is crucial for your cat’s health and happiness. Cats are naturally clean animals, and a dirty litterbox can lead to unwanted behaviors like refusing to use the box or eliminating outside of it. This guide covers everything you need to know about keeping your cat’s litterbox …
Anyone who has watched a pair of bonded cats knows the truth: love doesn’t mean always getting along. Belle and Paws, like many sibling cats, share a relationship that’s a fascinating blend of deep connection and occasional, spectacular disagreement. It can be a constant negotiation of personal space, resources, and …
A “Bonded Pair” of cats (or dogs, etc), are two animals that have been together as a pair and have come to know they are individually stable and comfortable when the other animal is there. These animals don’t have to be together since birth. Sometimes animals will bond later in …
Looking for our Senior Cat Age Calculator? The age at which a cat is considered a senior is about 11 years old and above. Both the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and International Cat Care (ICC) would seem to agree with that. Then with cats over 15 years old …
The title says it all. Maybe some of you have heard about the benefits of having a black light as a pet owner. Whether you have a cat or a dog, it’s probably a good idea to get yourself a good portable black light for spotting the inevitable stain that …
We’ve made it no secret here that we advocate for senior animals as much as we can here. It certainly is the premise behind our mantra “Senior pets still have love to give”. More on our own senior pet’s journey HERE. Senior animals should be first on the list for adoption …
If you’re going to build projects for your cat, you have to think about what rope you are going to use. When building our projects we build with products that won’t effect the cat’s health when the cat is playing or sleeping on them. Materials that have been treated with …
Cat spraying can be one of the most frustrating challenges cat owners face. Much like our experience with Skittles, many cat parents find themselves at their wits’ end trying to address this behavior. Understanding why cats spray and how to prevent it requires patience, dedication, and a deep understanding of …
