What's one feature that always seems to be in most cat toys and is appearing more and more in cat treats? Catnip. Catnip toys and regular catnip has dominated the pet industry for years and although it's been extremely popular it's always a good idea to take a step back and question, well is it safe for my cats? WHAT EXACTLY IS CATNIP? In short, catnip is an herb that is … [Read more...] about Is Catnip Bad for Cats? What Can I Use Catnip For?
Can Cats Eat Rice? What Kind of Rice Safe for Cats?
It's undeniable that diet is one of the most important factors for humans to stay healthy. Well, the same thing can be said about cats. Although it's easy to trust whatever a pet store merchant or pet food company says about their product, it's important to also understand what a cat's natural diet contains. Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning that in the wild their … [Read more...] about Can Cats Eat Rice? What Kind of Rice Safe for Cats?
How & How Often Should I Clean My Chinchillas Cage?
If you're anything like me, you dread cleaning your home regularly and will find any excuse to put it off. Chores can be extremely daunting, but if we don't do them and leave things dirty it can become a health risk for our pets and ourselves. Adopting a schedule or a routine is a great practice, especially if you're someone who tends to slack. I know for us, we've actually … [Read more...] about How & How Often Should I Clean My Chinchillas Cage?
Do Betta Fish Recognize Their Owners? Can You Play with Your Betta?
When I still worked at the pet store I got asked fairly frequently what the appeal of keeping betta fish was. For non-fish owners, fish can often feel like a daunting type of pet that you regularly clean after but don't bond with. This, however, is an extremely pinhole view of keeping fish. I know when we adopted our first fish Blub, within the first few weeks I started … [Read more...] about Do Betta Fish Recognize Their Owners? Can You Play with Your Betta?
What Treats Can I Give My Chinchilla? Healthiest Treats for Chinchillas
Whenever my pets are being extra cute it's difficult not to want to give them a treat or two. Treats are a great tool for training for your pets, rewarding your pets when they've done something great, or quite frankly giving your pet treats is one of the easiest ways to get them to start liking you (if you're experiencing difficulty). Similar to candy or chips, which I have … [Read more...] about What Treats Can I Give My Chinchilla? Healthiest Treats for Chinchillas