Does Your Furry Kid Have Soft Stool?
Why does it happen? What methods can actually help your furry kid?We've gathered some information, and we hope this article will be helpful to all furry-kid parents! A furry kid's poo and wee are the most direct way to see how healthy they are; in fact, if a cat or dog has soft stool, it may mean there's something wrong with their digestive system.Possible causes include: - A problem with the digestive/internal organ system - Eating too many treats - Eating the wrong things - Being emotionally troubled The most common one is probably this: because dogs and cats are naturally short of enzymes in their saliva, their ability to digest grains is limited, and cats have a naturally weaker digestive system. Besides the simple but essential habit of feeding them small, frequent meals, maintaining the level of beneficial bacteria in their digestive system is also very important. So they need prebiotics and probiotics to help them digest; when digestion is good, nutrients are naturally absorbed better, which is of definite help to their overall health! Prebiotics, put simply, are food for probiotics. If there aren't enough prebiotics and the probiotics have no food, the number of probiotics will drop;…
Where’s the best place to store dog food and cat food? What’s the best way to feed kittens/puppies and cats/dogs with more sensitive stomachs?
We believe many fur-kid mums and dads worry a lot about their fur babies, and new pet parents even more so. This time we'd like to share some tips on storing cat and dog food: Where to store dog food and cat food: Dog food cat food should be stored in a cool, dry place. Avoid storing it in damp or hot places, such as the bathroom or near the stove in the kitchen. Dry cat and dog food is not recommended to be stored in the fridge! Because going from cold to hot causes water droplets to condense in the dry food, and once the food gets wet, quality problems from contamination will appear! A way of storing dry cat and dog food that we don't really recommend (illustration) How to store dry cat and dog food: Try to avoid pouring the whole bag of dry food into a rice bin (or other plastic container) after opening it. The recommended method: cut a small opening in the dry food packaging, and each time after pouring out the amount you need for feeding, seal the opening well (some brands' packaging has a zip design, for example Oven-baked Tradition奧雲寶, which makes…
When to switch puppy food to adult dog food?
A share explaining the reasons for, and ways of, switching from puppy food to adult dog food
Pet Lunar New Year Dietary Dangers
Chocolate Cocoa beans contain Theobromine and methylxanthines, which are harmful to pets. After eating, symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhoea and trembling may appear; in severe cases it can cause irregular heartbeat and even be fatal. Chewing gum Chewing gum contains xylitol (Xylitol, commonly nicknamed "saai lok to"). After eating it, the pet's blood sugar level drops, which may cause general weakness, disorientation and trembling; the liver may be damaged and in severe cases even suffer necrosis. Melon seeds The melon seeds we usually eat contain a lot of salt, and excessive sodium can affect a pet's liver and kidney function. Turnip cake / New Year cake These cakes contain a lot of fat; after eating them, diarrhoea and vomiting may occur, and they can even cause pancreatitis. New Year flowers (e.g. lilies, daffodils) The leaves, pollen and petals of lilies contain toxins that can cause kidney failure or vomiting in cats. If a cat's paw touches a lily and it then licks it, the toxin may enter the body, and in severe cases it can be fatal. Finally, BC PETS wishes all our customers and your pets a safe, healthy and joyful New Year ^^
As the weather turns cold, what do owners need to watch out for?
How to tell if your fur-kid feels cold? -trembling all over -huddling in a corner with its body curled up -ears/body turn cold -reactions become slow -the way it walks/its posture is unusual -making low whimpering/barking Tips for keeping warm Use a heater -Place the dog bed or cat bed a certain distance away from the heater, to prevent problems such as skin burns caused by excessive heat Wear clothes -It is recommended to choose comfortable cotton, and avoid dressing pets in non-breathable fabrics Prepare a mattress or a small bed -so they won't get cold when resting or lying down Add food appropriately, and take in quality protein -eat higher-calorie food to maintain body temperature Let the fur-kids drink more warm water -it can effectively ward off the cold and also protect the stomach, avoiding symptoms such as vomiting and a dry throat Keep the living environment ventilated -When the air is not circulated for a long time, the air easily retains germs, triggering respiratory diseases in pets [Click here to shop for various pet beds]
Should dogs be desexed?
In fact, desexing your dog has many benefits, for example:
1. Reduces canine aggression
Desexed dogs have a gentler temperament; they become calmer, more focused, and bark less.
2. Prevents accidental pregnancy
Female dogs go into heat twice a year, which makes owners anxious; accidental pregnancies still happen and cause many other problems.
3. Extends your dog's lifespan
Is it really so hard to get cats to drink more water?
Why don't cats like drinking water?
| It is thought that cats' ancestors came from the desert places with water sources usually have large animals gathering there, so cats do not like to go there, and to adapt themselves to dry environments, they learned not to rely on drinking water to obtain what their body needs, but instead obtain most of their moisture from food Because their sensitivity to thirst is low,and modern cats mostly eat dry food,their water intake tends to be low,and over time,cats' kidney disease,and bladder disease can appear at any time!!! | |
How to get cats to drink more water?
Say goodbye to your furry friend’s smelly ears! What to do about dog ear inflammation?
Do you often see your pet shaking its head or scratching its ears?
As the owner, you should pay special attention!
Your pet may already have an ear infection! If it isn't dealt with properly,
it will not only make your furry friend uncomfortable — in serious cases it can even be life-threatening~
[Inflammation Section]
Prevention section is below!