Sentences with phrase «as most cat owners»

As most cat owners are aware, the typical mild mannered kitty can do considerable damage to a house with his claws.

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And our country's pet owners for the most part are horrible, with most dogs never leaving the backyard and 6 - 8M dogs / cats put down a year as shelters are full.

(Just as every pet owner believes, we are sure she's the cutest, funniest and most adorable cat in.the.world).

The magazines extend the decade - long websites» reach, engaging more pet owners with vibrant layouts combined with the most relevant topics from top names in the cat and dog world, such as «America's Veterinarian» Dr. Marty Becker and trainer Victoria Stillwell.

For decades, cats have been commonly viewed as the most independent of companion animals, needing little in the way of care from their owners.

Most importantly, the store has created a buzz among Naples» pet owners, who are as likely to stop by to pick up a bag of dog food as they are to visit to see what's new or to cuddle with a cat.

Most dogs will automatically accept the owners as head of the pack, but may have some struggles coming to terms with the pack hierarchy with other dogs in the household (with cats, they usually let the dogs know pretty quickly!).

Reserved with strangers, dominant with other dogs, predatory toward small animals such as cats and rabbits, most Weimaraners need an owner who can provide leadership, socialization, and training beyond the beginner level.

Although flea allergy dermatitis is the most common skin disease of dogs and cats, it can be difficult for some pet owners to suspect fleas as a cause of their pet's skin problems because they have not seen fleas on their pet.

Most of the cats and kittens that we take in come from other animal shelter and rescue groups, though we do assist individual cat owners as space allows.

Ingested «foreign bodies» — objects originating from outside the body, ie, things which you would not expect your cat to eat or swallow — can cause severe illness in cats and as part of its Keeping Cats Safe campaign, International Cat Care (iCatCare) is keen to warn cat owners of some of the most common culpricat to eat or swallow — can cause severe illness in cats and as part of its Keeping Cats Safe campaign, International Cat Care (iCatCare) is keen to warn cat owners of some of the most common culprcats and as part of its Keeping Cats Safe campaign, International Cat Care (iCatCare) is keen to warn cat owners of some of the most common culprCats Safe campaign, International Cat Care (iCatCare) is keen to warn cat owners of some of the most common culpriCat Care (iCatCare) is keen to warn cat owners of some of the most common culpricat owners of some of the most common culprits.

Activity through play is most effective with obese cats as, in addition to burning calories, it increases muscle mass, increases resting metabolic rate, improves mobility and mental stimulation, and often improves the cat — owner bond.10 Owners should be encouraged to increase their cat's activity level at home gradually, based on its needs, starting with 5 to 10 minutes per day of low - intensity activities for sedentary pets (e.g., walking).22 Creativity in activities, such as incorporating food - dispensing toys, placing meals in different parts of the house, and using interactive toys, laser pointers, and electronic mice can also be helpful with a long - term weight loss program.22 Any increase in physical activity is likely beneficial for a cat of any weight.

A common misconception for felines is that, like dogs, there are dental benefits from eating dry food; however, as many cat owners may know, most of our feline friends do not chew their food.

As we veterinarians are always most concerned about our patients» health, the top clinical signs of illness for which dog (and cat) owners should be constantly aware rank high on our priority lists.

A national survey commissioned by Iams ® has revealed that only 11 % of pet owners in the United States consider the age of their dog or cat as the most important factor when selecting a type of food for their pet.

Most cat owners enjoy the vocalizations of their pets — both the cozy moments snuggled up with the cat purring away, as well as the more expressive meowing that communicates a broader range of messages.

Cleaning your cat litter box is one the most important tasks you need to do as a cat owner.

Most cat owners who allow their cats outside, become accustomed to freshly killed gifts of mice and other small rodents carefully placed as an offering on the back stoop.

Most cats become very affectionate, even demanding; they persistently rub against people or objects such as furniture, rubbing against their owners and constantly demanding attention.

Most lilies were obtained from grocery or other stores, and were purchased by the owners or as gifts to the cat owners.

Urinating or defecating outside the litter box, known as inappropriate elimination, is the most common behavioral complaint of cat owners.

Cat breast cancer, most often referred to as feline mammary cancer, can be fairly obvious except that some cats do not readily let an owner feel or look at their abdomen so it can be missed until it is very obvious.

Example: Immodium (Loperamide) can be neurotoxoic is some collies and other breeds with MDR1 mutation, using peroxide to induce vomiting is contraindicated in some cases as some things dogs ingest should NOT be vomited up, and peroxide may cause gastritis if over-used (using it 3x as suggested here is a bad idea, and ideally should not be used at all w / o first talking to a vet or a toxicology hotline with knowledge about dogs, peroxide not a good idea at all for cats and 10 mls is NOT a standard dose for every dog!!!!), mineral oil can cause aspiration pneumonia if it gets in the lungs and I would not recommend it to most pet owners to administer, and pepto bismol products sometimes contain xylitol which is deadly, aspirin is OK in a pinch but can cause serious problems with long term use... that's just a few thoughts off the top of my head.

Adopted dog surprised his owner by rescuing two people caught in a riptide The Bermese mountain dog, named Nico, bounded into the water without hesitation to save a couple who were struggling in the water This dog playing the drums to White Stripes» Seven Nation Army will blow you away The cute canine lies next to its bass - playing owner as she taps out the iconic beat on the percussion instrument A dog playing the bass drum to Seven Nation Army is the best thing you'll see today This Vine is everything it promises to be, a beautiful golden retriever pup takes the role of Meg White, going thud thud thud on a bass drum whilst her owner plays one of the most famous guitar riffs in rock history Watch feisty feline take on pack of wild dogs in epic turf war battle - the winner might surprise you This is one cat that wasn't about to let five canines get the better of him - no matter how loud they barked Labrador has tumour the size of a human baby removed from his stomach WARNING: This story contains graphic images.

The exact causes of chronic kidney failure are unknown, although the loss of healthy kidney tissue may be a result of readily recognizable conditions, such as kidney infections or obstructions; some suggest it is more prominent now due to the dry commercial cat foods fed by most cat owners, instead of the moisture rich prey a cat would eat in nature.

While most owners are aware that pain in a limb will cause a cat to limp, it is not quite as well known that other types of movement may be affected by pain as well.

It probably comes from the fact that most cats do purr in the presence of their owners when they are being petted, which we interpret as a sign of happiness.

While most of the recommended table foods pet owners should and should not feed to cats are the same as for dogs, there are several specific ones as well, Wooten said.

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Hyperthyroidism, as the most commonly diagnosed hormone condition in cats, warrants vigilance on the part of every cat owner and veterinarian.

Due to the fact that most responsible cat owners have indoor cats that aren't exposed to a large amount of stimuli like feral cats and due to the skittish nature of many cats, many cat owners are stumped as to how they can desensitize their feline friend.

The 600 plus - page Survey is the industry's most comprehensive resource providing insight into demographics, buying habits and other traits of owners of dogs, cats, fish, birds, reptiles, small animals and horses and is provided to APPA members as a member benefit.

Most dog owners, 59 %, have just one dog, while cat owners are as likely to have multiple cats (51 %) as they are to have just one (49 %).

As an owner, one of the most important things you can do for your cat is to educate yourself about feline idiosyncrasies.

Most dog owners are aware that infected mosquitoes can transmit deadly heartworm disease to dogs, but fewer people know that the disease can affect cats as well.

Most owners have no idea whether their pet is overweight or not, yet estimates suggest that as many at 59 percent of dogs and 52 percent of cats worldwide are obese.

It can be one of the most frustrating conditions for dogs and cats, as well as their owners: itchy skin.

There's also a much higher incidence of behavior disorders, such as inappropriate elimination, which, sadly, is the most common reason pet owners surrender a cat to a shelter.

As most pet owners know, chocolate is a big no - no for cats and dogs.

It's about trial and error for most of us as cat owners.

The taste of this food is widely accepted by most felines as I experienced this with my cat and so did other cat owners that have tried this food with their pets.

While most owners report that they are fine cats, you may want to monitor that relationship closely at first as Foxhounds were originally bred as hunting dogs.

Vaccinating your kitten is one of the most important things you should do in your first few weeks as a cat owner.

After we at Young Again have reviewed the available literature, it became obvious to us that there are several important steps that you, as a cat owner, can take to help avoid many of the most common urinary tract problems that are currently plaguing many cats.

«When millennials were asked what they most valued as a veterinary service offering, they chose 24/7 chat or texting availability as one of their top options — it was No. 1 for dog owners and No. 2 for cat owners.

While it is just as effective as the topical drops, most cat owners prefer the topical drops to spray because it is easier to use.

Half of the cat owners felt that their cat's presence and companionship was most helpful, followed by a third of respondents describing stroking a cat as a calming and helpful activity.

You might also consider purchasing a flea comb, but most cat owners today rely on monthly anti-flea control products such as Advantage or Revolution, or they keep their cats indoors permanently so they have no chance to encounter fleas.

Owners of such cats usually report one of several concerns, the most common of which is fear that the cat is still in pain, especially in the fore paws, because it seems to walk very lightly on those feet, as if walking on nails or glass.

Most cats» toy boxes today also include at least one interactive toy that allows the cat owner to initiate play, such as a wand or laser light toy.