Husbandry

The internet says science is not sure
how cats purr, probably
a vibration of the whole larynx,
unlike what we do when we talk.
Less likely, a blood vessel
moving across the chest wall.
As a child I tried to make every cat I met
purr. That was one of the early miracles,
the stroking to perfection.
Here is something I have never heard:
a [...]

Dogs and cats have similar needs to children when traveling in a car, but there are a few differences to keep in mind.
Although you will not be pulled over by a police officer if you don’t, “it might be a good idea to invest in a pet-friendly seat-belt,” advises Dr. Melissa Riensche, a small animal [...]

In preparation for autumn and winter weather, many of the things we use to winterize homes, gardens and vehicles are potentially toxic to pets.
Cool autumn breezes may lead rodents and other pests to seek refuge in heated homes, but the pesticides and rodenticides used to rid homes of these unwanted pests could potentially be [...]

Intestinal parasites, or worms, are a plague to both dogs and cats. Most pets will harbor worms at some point in their lifetime. Puppies and kittens have a high incidence of intestinal parasites, and most receive de-worming treatment as part of their routine care. Roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms are the most common culprits of these [...]