Keeping Your Cat Indoors

 

Did you know that one of the best things you can do for your feline pal is to keep her indoors? Kitties are quite adventurous, and they love exploring new places. However, your pet is very vulnerable to the threats she can face outdoors. This includes things like cars, weather, traffic, chemicals, parasites, and, unfortunately, people. 

If your pet has had the privilege of being allowed outside before, she may have a hard time settling into being grounded. There are a few ways you can make this more fun for her. One thing that may help is setting out pet safe plants for her to sniff at and nibble on. This will give her a taste of outdoors without exposing her to a lot of danger. It's also important that you take time to play with your cat regularly. This will help her burn off that excess energy. If you want to go all-out, build your kitty a catio, and let her have the best of both worlds.

Be sure to bring her to your animal hospital Bend, OR regularly for examinations and wellness care.

Pet Resolutions For The New Year: Avoid Junk Food

This coming New year can be the ideal time for you to think twice about your diet.  This might be good for both you and your pet to start eating the right food.  Your veterinarian could suggest a nutritionally balanced pet food appropriate for a pet cat or dog’s activity level and life stage.

A lot of pet owners like offering their pets some treats to supplement their diets.  But the nutritional value of treats is typically low to nonexistent.  So be sure to control unneeded calories and include treats in the general nutritional plan.  One ideal alternative to commercial treats is some fresh vegetables, fruits, and some lean meat.  Try offering your pet some apple slices, green beans, carrot, or some rotisserie chicken leftovers.

Your pet’s diet is one of the important concerns that you should discuss with your vet Bend, OR during your pet’s wellness checks.

Diabetes in Hamsters Like the Syrian

Have you ever owned hamsters for quite some time? If so, then you may be aware that diabetes can occur in these little creatures quite often. Talk to your vet to find out the signs and symptoms of diabetes and how to prevent it from occurring in your Syrian hamster. Diabetes is a disease that can occur when the Syrian hamster’s body is no longer able to break down sugars due to a lack of insulin (type 1 diabetes). Diabetes can also occur when the insulin in the body doesn’t work as it should (type 2 diabetes), which causes high levels of sugar in the blood and urine. Diabetes is especially common in dwarf hamsters including Syrians, Russian, Campbell’s, and Chinese breeds. Stress such as changing homes or even changing foods can bring on diabetes. Symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, and fluctuating weight. Talk with your professional veterinary clinic Bend OR to learn more.

Cats for Families

Looking for a cat that does well with families including small children? Take a look at the American Shorthair. This breed is known for its laid-back temperament along with with its love for playing games, being affectionate, and its incredible ability to catch mice. This particular feline first appears in the 10^th century. He was known as the European Shorthair and was later called the British Shorthair. Over time he became known simply as the Domestic shorthair before finally achieving its name as the American Shorthair after being brought over to the Americas. The American Shorthair is typically an easy keeper. He requires little to know to groom. He is generally healthy with few known genetic health issues. The American Shorthair is also a sturdy breed that loves people but is also content to be on his own. The American Shorthair can live from 15 to 20 years. Talk to your vet Bend, OR to learn more.