Omega-3 Fatty Acids: You’ve probably heard a lot about the health benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids, often found in fish oil. These are crucial for proper functioning of the brain, in cats, dogs and humans alike. Two types of Omega-3 fatty acids are EPA and DHA. The first kind, EPA, is an anti-inflammatory nutrient that… Read more »
Did you know that a single excess pound on a Domestic Shorthair, Longhair or Medium-Hair cat is equal to 14 to 15 pounds on a 5’4” woman? This makes it even more important for your cat to maintain a healthy weight. Is there an average number you should strive for, though? You can aim for specific… Read more »
There are a few human foods that are toxic to cats. If you’re feeding your cat a complete and balanced cat food and giving her plenty of fresh water each day, she’s getting all the essential nutrients she needs. This means there’s no reason to supplement her diet with any human foods like milk or raw fish,… Read more »
Dog training hand signals are fun to teach and easy for most dogs to understand. More than that, teaching your dog hand signals can be useful when communicating in situations when your dog can’t hear you well. Dogs are very adept at responding to human body language cues, so teaching them to follow verbal commands and nonverbal… Read more »
As Summer arrives and temperatures start to increase so does the number of flies and midges irritating livestock. Although eradication of flies is impossible, effective control is achievable and should be the aim for every farmer. Worryingly, flies and midges that affect livestock are not only a nuisance and irritation to the animal, they can… Read more »