Daphne Reid

Keep Your Home Free From Dog Stains & Odors

Anyone who owns a cat knows that occasional urine stains and odors are an inevitable part of feline ownership. While plants, walls and furniture are all sometimes used when your cat wants to relieve itself, urinating on a horizontal surface like a carpet can be a way for a cat to mark out its territory. Because cat food tends to have quite a high protein content, the stains can be quite stubborn, and the... (posted by Daphne 2 years 174 days ago.)

Common Causes of Watery Eyes in Cats

There are many causes of unusual discharge from the eyes - nearly every opthamological problem in cats causes the eyes to water, and without a physical examination it is impossible to be specific. Let's take a look at some of the common causes of watery eyes in cats. Sudden onset or a temporary clear discharge from the eyes can be caused by injury (although this is unlikely if the discharge is from both eyes)... (posted by Daphne 2 years 195 days ago.)

Interpreting Your Dog's Body Language

By right, dogs are pack animals, and as such must be able to communicate their intentions effectively, so as to avoid misunderstanding and unintended conflict. All breeds of dogs share the common language which is Doggy Speak. They communicate in far more ways than some might give them credit for: They do not just wag their tail - their posture, ears, teeth and eyes all communicate certain feelings as well. ... (posted by Daphne 2 years 364 days ago.)

Could Swine Flu Affect Our Pets?

Two weeks ago most pet owners had not even heard of the term "Swine Flu". But now, as well as being worried about ourselves, pet owners are concerned that the new strain of flu could affect our pets. All birds and mammals can be infected with a form of influenza virus, of which there are three types (A, B and C). Humans can be infected by forms of all three, but most flu varieties in animals and humans that cause... (posted by Daphne 2 years 364 days ago.)