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Aging Gracefully

By ruthmacpete

Originally published in Pet Business Magazine July 2008. Thanks to advances in technology, medicine and nutrition, pets like people appear to be living longer healthier lives. According to the 2007 U.S Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook published

DNA and Your Cat

By ruthmacpete

Originally published in Kittens USA 2011 In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick reported their discovery of the double helical structure of DNA in the journal Nature. Their discovery finally provided a model to explain the molecular basis

Avoid Plant Perils

By ruthmacpete

Originally published in Cat Fancy Magazine December 2011 Most pet parents know that many common household plants can be toxic or even deadly to cats. Mistletoe and lilies, which are frequently used to decorate homes during the

Caring for Aged Dogs

By ruthmacpete

Originally published in BARK Magazine January 2006 Most parents complain about how quickly their kids grow-up. Within the blink of an eye their children seem to go from diapers to diplomas. Now imagine squeezing an entire life

How to find a lost pet

By ruthmacpete

Losing a pet is every pet parent’s worst nightmare, but there are steps you can take pre-emptively and things you can do if your pet gets lost to increase the odds that you’ll get your

Does my pet need a microchip?

By ruthmacpete

All pets, even strictly indoor cats, should have microchips and ideally collars and ID tags. What happens if your pet sneaks out an open door or window, or worse yet, gets lost during an earthquake,

I am getting a new pet. What do I need to do to prepare for their arrival?

By ruthmacpete

Besides buying supplies and making your home pet-safe, it is important to bring your new pet to your veterinarian for a complete check-up. Your veterinarian will perform a complete examination to ensure that your cat

My cat is perfectly healthy. Why should I see a vet?

By ruthmacpete

Regular examinations are the best way to detect medical problems early and to insure that your cat is protected against preventable illnesses. Your cat can’t tell you when something is wrong, ant they are masters

How to give your cat medication and keep all your fingers

By ruthmacpete

Have you ever tried to “pill” you cat? If you answered yes, then you know how challenging it can be. Even the most mild-mannered kitty can turn into a spitting and hissing ball of fury.