Pet Health

Does your cat ever have super cute days? Yes, cats are cute every day, but does your kitty dear ever have those super cute days where his big eyes sparkle with preciousness and his whiskers curl just so? Oh, cat parent, you know the heart-aching cuteness we speak of! And we’re willing to bet, when the days of extreme adorability come, you just can’t help melting into a pile of cat loving mush, happy to do whatever your cat bids. Yep, us too… @vincent_vinnie/ Instagram But why do those cat eyes get so big? And, what is your kitty angel telling you with those heart-melting eyes? The Nature of Cuteness As cats are top-notch predators, their eyes are finely tuned to take in minute details lost on the human eye. Felines hunt in the night when light is scarce and their pupils open wide, allowing cats to see in the dark. Those wide eyes also take in a scope of vision far wider than our own. When a cat is surprised or scared, the pupils will dilate to express their concern as well, b

Do you love cats and think they’re super cute? Are you a fan of cat celebrities? Do you hope to make your cat Insta-famous? Purr haps you’re curious how cats became the stuff of internet glory? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then have a peek at #Cats_the_Mewvie . Debuted on Netflix in February 2020, #Cats_the_Mewvie examines the phenomena of cats and the internet, as well as how our obsession with the feline kind. @cats_the_mewvie/ Instagram A “Hisstory” of Cats and the Internet This 90-minute documentary opens with some “hisstory”, examining the relationship between progressing internet technology and our fascination with cats. And one thing is clear, from the very beginning, cats were source one material for digital giggles. @cats_the_mewvie/ Instagram Did you know the first of the cats on the internet appeared as punctuation arrangements of cats in various shapes? If you missed that period of the internet, chances are, you’re familiar with LOLcats .

Are you finding it difficult to decide the most suitable dog breed for your family? Fortunately, you are not the only one who is facing this issue as this is a very common ambiguity. If you have children in the family, you might want to know which dogs are good with kids. While there are several family-friendly dogs that you can adopt, you MUST teach your children the ways to handle a pet. Similarly, you need to educate them that provoking an animal can result in an aggressive reaction. Some of the dogs that are best for a scared child are as follows. Dog Breeds that are Good with Children Golden Retriever This beautiful Scottish breed is among America’s most popular dogs. It has a reputation for being excellent at hunting and fieldwork. Similarly, Golden Retrievers have done exceptionally well as search-and-rescue dogs in dangerous situations. Luckily, all these activities didn’t affect the qualities of a good house pet. Golden Retrievers are outgoing, trustworthy, and eage

Are you a new owner who wants to make the first dress for your dog? Or do you want to surprise your pup with a homemade dog shirt on his/her birthday? Use the following tutorial to make a beautiful shirt for your furry companion.   How to Make a Dog Shirt from a T-shirt This is possibly the easiest and the quickest method to make a dog shirt. You simply take the measurements of your pet and transform a T-shirt into his/her clothing. Materials Needed: A T-shirt Measuring Tape A round object like a plate A pair of fabric scissors/rotary cutter Safety pins (or needle and thread) Directions Use a measuring tape to measure the distance from the base of your dog’s neck to the start of his/her tail. This will give you the length of the shirt that you want to make. Alternatively, you can lay the T-shirt on your dog’s back to determine the length. In that case, you will fold the bottom of the shirt to the point where you want the dog shirt to end. Leave the T-shirt folded un

Being curious creatures, dogs are extremely fond of chewing and scratching things. Consequently, you do need to have a collection of dog toys to save the furniture from your canine companion. Given the price of commercial alternatives, it is impossible to tackle your pup’s boredom without homemade toys. The following collection of homemade dog toys will ensure that your pet stays busy. Water Bottle Dog Toy This is a perfect toy for all those dogs who love crinkly sounds. It is incredibly easy to make and will not take more than a few minutes. Materials Needed: A plastic water bottle About a yard of fabric 1 pair of scissors 6-8 pieces of dog treat Directions Roll the empty plastic bottle in the cloth. Once the bottle is wrapped completely, cut off the remaining fabric. Start by cutting the extra cloth horizontally and then remove the fabric vertically from both sides of the bottle. This will leave you with a square-shaped cloth. Now, you need to cut strips (about 1-

There is a lot of variety when it comes to dog toys. Some of them are interactive and are perfect to stimulate the natural curiosity of dogs. Similarly, other toys are ideal for games like fetch and tug-of-war that provide physical exercise. Dog Puzzle toys offer a combination of both these characteristics as they offer mental as well as physical activity. They are often recommended by behaviorists to keep your dog busy while you’re away or at work. Below is a list of some of the indestructible puzzle toys for your canine friend. Hide-A-Squirrel by Outward Hound This hide and squeak is a plush puzzle game that is best suited for small breeds. Simply stuff the adorable little squirrels into the soft tree trunk and watch your dog pull them out. You can expect your pup to stuff the squirrels back in and do it again and again. This interactive toy is a lot of fun for those dogs who need mental exercise. It is available in three sizes and is less cardio-heavy than the chasing of