Itchy Cat? Possible Causes and When To Worry
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5 Toys to Help Ease Separation Anxiety in Dogs
It can be hard to head for the door when you know just how bad it makes your dog feel. Separation anxiety in dogs is something that’s not always an easy fix, but there are certain things you can do to alleviate your nervous dog’s stress and anxiety levels while you two are apart. One way is to provide stimulating dog toys that can help to put that nervous energy to more productive use! Dog toys are useful for keeping any dog busy, but certain dog toys are great for relieving anxiety that your dog may feel while you’re gone. Dog puzzle toys are great for nervous dogs because they “help put your dog in a more relaxed state,” says Jennifer Mauger, KPA-CTP, CPDT-KSA and owner of L’Chaim Canine in Akron, OH. The one thing you should always try to do is keep your pooch guessing! Mauger suggests hiding a few toys at home before you leave, so your dog can search for them throughout the day. “The trick is to start easy and build it up from there. That way, dogs are able to work on the toys when their people are gone,” says Mauger. But the first step is finding the right toys for your anxious pup! So, we’ve listed our top 5 picks for dog toys that will help with treating separation anxiety in dogs.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in Horses
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What Are the Best Fish for a Coldwater Marine Aquarium?
Without a doubt, the marine aquarium fish trade is dominated by tropical reef species. This has been the case for several decades now. That notwithstanding, there has been a steady growth of interest in various types of coldwater marine aquaria. Coldwater marine aquaria systems might be defined as any aquarium that functions optimally below room temperature (thereby necessitating the use of a powerful aquarium chiller). This type of system can be used to house either deep-water or temperate (i.e., high-latitude) species. Of these, temperate rocky shore biotopes are the most popular style of setup. Fish That Are Suited for Temperate Rocky Shore Environments Perhaps the most notable feature of temperate rocky shore environments (particularly in the intertidal zones) is their instability. These areas are subject to huge swings of temperature, pH, salinity, sunlight exposure and water depth (both daily and seasonal). Thus, any animals that naturally occur in these habitats are well-adapted to rapid and/or extreme fluctuation of environmental conditions. This makes them very well suited to the sometimes wildly unstable conditions of a saltwater aquarium. Given the hardiness, personality and sometimes beautiful coloration exhibited by so many temperate inshore fishes, it is certainly possible for an aquarist of any experience level to succeed with, and thoroughly enjoy, coldwater marine fish aquarium keeping. While larger, extraordinarily attractive animals, like the flag rockfish (Sebastes rubrivinctus), Garibaldi fish (Hypsypops rubicundus) or ornate boxfish (Aracana ornata), most definitely can be amazing aquarium subjects, their need for extra-large aquaria eliminates them from many coldwater aquarists’ wish lists. So instead, let’s focus on those smaller species that can happily reside in a tank as small as 20 gallons. Here are just a few examples of temperate fish species that are desirable for an appropriately chilled and filtered system.
The Best Cat Toothbrushes for Optimal Oral Health
Much like for humans, good dental hygiene is essential for your cat, too. Plaque build-up on your cat’s teeth can lead to a whole host of issues—from bad breath to tartar buildup to periodontal disease. Brushing your cat’s teeth can help keep the plaque at bay, and you’ll need the right equipment—namely a good toothbrush designed for pets and some cat toothpaste. We’ve rounded up Chewy pet parents’ top picks for the best cat toothbrush so you can easily pick from our list of top-rated, best-selling toothbrushes to get started on your cat’s new and improved oral health habit.
How To Clean a Horse Saddle
Saddle cleaning is one barn chore you shouldn’t avoid. A properly cared-for saddle looks great, and can last for decades. Neglected saddle leather, on the other hand, may pose risks to your safety, grow mold/mildew, or simply wear out before its time. Whether your saddle is English, Western, Australian, or otherwise, if it’s horse tack made of leather, it needs regular cleaning and conditioning. To learn about how to clean a saddle properly, we spoke with professional saddle cleaner Kris Hanna of K&T Saddle Cleaning in Lucerne Valley, California, as well as saddle fitter and endurance rider Heidi Helly of Valley Center, California.
31 Cat-Safe Plants and Flowers
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Lower Bowel Disease in Ferrets
Prevention Keeping the ferret’s environment sanitary and stress-free will usually prevent PBD in your animal.,Proliferative Bowel Disease Proliferative bowel disease (PBD) is an infection of the ferret’s lower colon caused by the spiral bacteria Lawsonia intracellularis (an organism which is also closely related to the bacterium causing proliferative enteritis in hamsters and swine). A relatively uncommon disease, it is seen primarily in ferrets 12 weeks to 6 months of age and in older ferrets with compromised immune systems. It is also thought that male ferrets are more susceptible to PBD. Symptoms and Types Diarrhea originating from the colon or large intestine is the most common symptom for PBD. It may be profuse and watery, but is more often green in color with mucous and blood. Ferrets with this form of diarrhea will struggle while defecating and cry out in pain. Other signs of PBD include: Severe weight loss Muscle wasting Anorexia Weakness Unsteadiness Muscle tremors Abdominal discomfort Fecal and urine staining of anal area
How Much Does a Dog Cost in 2025?
Loving your furry BFF don’t cost a thing. But owning a dog sure does—potentially tens of thousands of dollars across their lifetime. So, just how expensive are dogs? We’re breaking it down: Bottom line: A dog is a significant expense, and you’ll want to make sure you can afford to keep them happy and healthy all their days. After all, they so deserve it. (And having a budget for your new dog is part of being a responsible pet parent.) Here’s a look at all the costs involved to help you plan.
Figure 8 Pufferfish Care Tips
The figure 8 puffer (Tetraodon biocellatus) is the perfect puffer for beginner brackish pufferkeepers. It is one of the most colorful of the puffer species, keeping its beautiful markings into adulthood. The figure 8 puffer is friendly, personable and entertaining. And it stays small enough to keep a single specimen in a 15-gallon fish aquarium. The first rule to remember: larger is always better when it comes to aquariums for these puffers—remember, they like to swim! I recommend 10 gallons for every extra puffer you may want to add. Also, a longer tank will give them more swimming room than a tall tank. Individual specimens have proven to live longer and seem to have a better relationship with their keepers. Most will get along with conspecifics and other smaller brackish tankmates, such as gobies and small species of mollies (I’ve seen figure 8 puffers bullied by sailfin mollies). If keeping multiple figure 8 puffers together, it would be best to start them out together as juveniles and let them grow up together. Older puffers may not tolerate the addition of new puffer tankmates.
