Do cats need meat? CATS CANNOT PRODUCE THEIR OWN NUTRIENTS: Cats are obligate carnivores, i.e they are specially adapted to a diet consisting they meet their nutritional needs by consuming other animals and have a higher protein requirement than many other mammals. With the passage of time and evolution, cats have lost the ability to […]
The furry cats with their fur What are hairballs? Cats naturally keep themselves very clean and in the process of self grooming they often end up swallowing a lot of their loose and dead hair, forming tufted balls in their stomach commonly known as hairballs. Feline tongues anatomically have barb-like features that trap loose, previously […]
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? “Is the grass greener on the dogs side” Many dogs have a very uncommon condition known as Pica, which means they tend to eat things that aren’t food, including dirt, faeces, toys, and yes, grass. Most experts concur with the fact that grass eating is normal […]
Dog Ear Infections: Natural Remedies that Work Puppy vs Adult Dog – Nutritional Requirements Ear infections could happen due to a multitude of reasons such as food allergies, fleas, mites or even bacteria. If you notice him whimpering, scratching his ears or head incessantly, or if you see a foul odour coming from his ears, […]
Puppy vs Adult Dog – Nutrition requirements change with the life cycle development Puppy vs Adult Dog – Nutritional Requirements During the early growth phase, a puppy requires a relatively larger and more frequent portion of food. At 6 to 8 weeks the need is four to six meals on average. By 6 months, when […]