I feel like keeping one fish often floodgates into the interest of keeping a couple, a colony or even a fully-balanced ecosystem. I know shortly after we adopted Blub I started researching ways of creating a balanced ecosystem with betta fish. My research originally lead me to discover the AquaFarm, which excited me because it felt like the first step towards becoming a … [Read more...] about Can Algae Eaters Live with Betta Fish? Which Are the Best for new Betta Fish Owners?
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Why Does My Cat Drool When I Pet Him? Should I Ever Worry About Drool?
Our cat, Beau, has always been a sucker for attention, which is surprising since when we found him he was a stray. Within the first few weeks of getting to know Beau, I noticed that he loved belly rubs and would often begin to drool if we rubbed his stomach for long enough. At first, I wasn't very concerned about the drool, but when Beau started drooling anytime I pet him I … [Read more...] about Why Does My Cat Drool When I Pet Him? Should I Ever Worry About Drool?
Is It Ok for Cats to Eat Dog Food? Will It Make My Pet Sick?
Ever been in a situation where the stores are closed and you're running out of cat food, but you still have some dog food left? Well, what do you do? Should you feed your cat any of the dog's food or should you try to find a recipe to cook for your cat? Which is healthier and most importantly, which is safer? Every so often I get asked what I would do in this situation, and … [Read more...] about Is It Ok for Cats to Eat Dog Food? Will It Make My Pet Sick?
Why Do Cats Sleep in Laundry Baskets? Do Cats like Dirty Clothes? Does It Mean My Cat Loves Me?
It's not surprising that cats, like humans, like to stay in warm and cozy places. It's a means for survival, especially on those days where the air gets a bit crisper and those where the wind really bites. That being said, on cold nights you can definitely catch our kitten, Kalista, hiding in our laundry and laundry baskets. Warmth, however, is just one explanation for … [Read more...] about Why Do Cats Sleep in Laundry Baskets? Do Cats like Dirty Clothes? Does It Mean My Cat Loves Me?
What Is FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) or Feline AIDS? What Can I Do to Help My Cat?
Hey Pet Parents & Pet Lovers, It can be hard to receive news that your little one is sick, especially if you've recently adopted them. While diagnosis can be scary and often earth-shattering it doesn't have to be that way. One very common diagnoses for cats is Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV for short) or often referred to as "Feline AIDS." WHAT IS FIV? FIV is a … [Read more...] about What Is FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) or Feline AIDS? What Can I Do to Help My Cat?