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How to Make Sure Your Cat Knows You Love Them

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Cats are silly creatures.  They’re cute and cuddly one minute and standoffish the next. However, they have their unique ways of showing they love you. Bringing you “dinner” in the form of a miscellaneous dead creature, “helping” you with chores or work or reading, following you around (occasionally trying to dart in and out of your feet as you walk just to make sure you notice), and of course the coveted kitty cuddle are all common signs.  But how do you return the affection to them? How do you show them how much you love them?  Here are some examples that can help you express your affection and possibly make your cat love you more than they already do. Be the Jerry to their Tom. Cats have an inherent instinct to hunt and combat prey. They are naturally highly skilled hunters and crave an outlet to hone their combat skills.  What better way than with you as a training partner? There are plenty of options at your disposal for “training equipment.”...

Your Pet’s Bad Breath

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Nothing says “I love you” quite like a wet, sloppy kiss from your canine companion, or an up-close and personal “meow” from your feline friend. But what can you do if that kiss or meow is accompanied by some seriously bad breath? If your pet suffers from stinky breath, it could indicate a health problem that needs attention, or it could be a bi-product of a poor diet. Periodontal disease is by far the most common cause of bad breath in pets. Plaque buildup can cause gingivitis which, if left untreated, can turn into periodontal disease. This disease can be quite serious, causing pets to lose teeth, develop gum disease, and can even cause kidney and heart damage. When it comes to your precious pet’s teeth and gums, the old Ben Franklin idiom,  ‘An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure’  certainly applies. Brush your pet’s teeth regularly, perform routine mouth inspections (feel around for loose teeth, unusual bumps, etc.), and arrange for regular oral exams...