Many pets have nails that need to be trimmed, some more frequently than others. If your pets goes in for regular grooming you may not need to trim their nails between these appointments. I personally trim my dogs nails, some of my birds (my Vet does them for my Amazon Parrots). Keeping your pet’s nails […]
11. Your Dogs Oral Health
Your dog’s oral health is important to their health, just like your oral health is important for your health. Poor oral health is linked to a variety of health issues including diabetes, heart issue & if gums disease the immune system is not able to fight as it should. There are things you can do […]
10. Selecting the right bird cage for your bird
Whether you have Finches or a Macaw they need the right cage for them to dwell in. Some birds will spend more time in cages than others & this needs to be kept in mind. Most of us rent or buy the biggest place we can afford & we should do the same for our […]
9. Finding a pet bed
When looking for a bed for your pet it is important to know there are a variety of choices out there & they are not all alike. Pets can be like many people & have preference of things we like & things we are not fan of. Our pets are no different, some like a […]
8. Adopting a new Pet
Whether you are adopting a cat, bird, dog or other small animal the first two things you should do is to research the pets needs & think can/should I do this now? Do I have the time to care for the pet, train the pet, can I afford the pet (Vet bills, food, treats, carrier, […]
7. Finding the right Groomer
Whether you are looking for a groomer for a dog, cat or a bird you need to feel comfortable with the people you are entrusting your pet to. Most places expect you to drop off your pet & return later in the day for pickup. My pets are like my kids to me (I don’t […]
6. Why every pet should be crate/carrier trained
You may not plan to use a crate on a regular basis or at all which is your decision, but there are many reasons why your pet should be taught/trained to be comfortable in crate or a carrier for caged pets. There are a variety of crate/carriers on the market, sold used & new on […]
5. Pet Dishes/Bowls
There are a variety of bowls available on the market for pets & I am going to share my Input on some options. I will be sharing mostly about bowls for dogs & cats here. In future blogs I will share more about dishes for caged pets. My blog won’t talk a lot about cats, […]
4. Helping Your Bird to Eat Fresh Veggies & Fruit
Many birds who have never been fed fresh foods can be resistant to trying new foods such as vegetables & fruit. I know I have experienced it & I do experience it with a couple of my Cockatiels. “Lazarus” is 20 years old & he is male Cockatiel I adopted about 1 1/2 years ago. […]
3. My Pet Is Lost (Help)
It is absolutely devastating when your pet is missing, they are family & we can be beside ourselves when it happens. Being prepared can help a lot & having a plan. Plan ahead: Lost pet recovery ideas: Posts
Echoing Great Pet Care 