DVM Elite

  Grooming your cat can help improve her overall health and well-being. However, you must be ready and prepared before you begin grooming your cat, to ensure that the experience is as comfortable and stress-free for both you and your feline friend as possible. Prepare all the grooming tools that you will need such as a comb, brush, nail clippers, and shampoo. The tools you will use must be appropriate depending on your cat's size, fur type, and how severe the matting is. Next, find a quiet, comfortable area where you can groom your cat. This could be a specific room in your home or an area outside if weather permits. Groom your cat in a location where she feels safe and secure. Before you begin grooming, give your cat some time to relax and get comfortable in the grooming area. You may want to offer treats or play with your cat to help them associate the grooming process with positive experiences. Excessive hair loss or other skin and hair coat issues should be brought to the att...

  You come to the house after a long day and see your pup has chewed on an armchair, table leg, sofa or just about anything. If your pet is an exaggerated chewer, now is not the time to reprimand or remind it what a cheeky pet it is. It would help if you saw it chewing the items. Remember that dogs chew naturally; you like to show them what they can and must only chew.  Reasons dogs chew excessively include: · Separation anxiety  · boredom · Wrong training · Too many accesses to the house or apartment · Just for fun  If monitored and supervised, pets can tell us they did something inappropriate when they chew on something we do not want, and they will someday learn what taboo is. Some canines take a while to discover this than others. If supervision is impossible, the dog should be placed inside a crate, confined in a designated dog-proof space, or held in a secure room where nothing can be destroyed. Addressing the underlying causes of your dog's behavior is the way...

  Caring for a senior cat can be a rewarding experience, but it requires some extra attention and care. Here are some tips to help you better care for your senior cat: First, make sure to schedule regular veterinary check-ups to monitor your cat's health and address any issues that may arise. This is especially important as senior cats are more prone to health problems. Second, provide your senior cat with a comfortable and safe environment. This may include providing a soft bed, easy access to food and water, and litter boxes that are easy to access.  Third, adjust your cat's diet to meet her changing nutritional needs. Senior cats may require special diets to support their health, such as foods that are easier to digest or lower in calories to help manage weight.  Finally, spend quality time with your senior cat. This can include playing with them, grooming them, or simply cuddling with them. Older cats may require more attention and love as they age, and it's important...