Hi! I am Dr. Adrienne Mulligan, I am the owner of Camp Verde Veterinary Clinic and I am here today on behalf of expertvillage.com. I am here to speak to you about breeding cats. Another thing to understand about cats that have had kittens, they go right...
Hi my name is Sarah and this is Halibut, and I am one of the exotic technicians here at Extra Care Animal Hospital, and on behalf of Expert Village.com, I am going to provide you with some helpful information on owning a rabbit. Another important part of...
I'm Sylva Kelegian with Expert Village here with Simone Luncher from Pet Mania in Burbank and together we've rescued thousands of animals. She's done more than I have, she's been doing it a lot longer. So if you find a dog on the street, if it's in good...
Hi there! I’m Fran Freedman from Morning Starr Animal Sanctuary, and I’m here to tell you about pairing up ferrets on behalf of expertvillage.com. In this cage, we have Zeek and Milo, Selma and Louise, and Sailor. There is also Banded but he...
Hi my name is Sarah and on behalf of expertvillage.com, I am here at Petland in Pembroke Pines, Florida to educate you a little bit today about caring for your ferret. Unless you purchase your ferret from a private breeder, it should be spayed or...
Your beautiful new female kitten is around 5 to 10 months old and is acting odd. After a few nights of listening to her yowl, you may figure out she's in heat and searching for a tomcat (un-neutered male cat). If you have a cat in heat, there are some...
Hi, I'm Sylva Kelegian with Expert Village and I'm here with Simone Luncher from Pet Mania in Burbank and our next topic is talking about stray dogs and the enormity of the problem and a lot, especially here in Los Angeles as well as many other states...
A cat can be a warm and healthy addition to any household, whether you live by yourself or you have a house full of children. Choosing the right cat can be a long process, but finding your cat online can make it easier to find a new friend who is the...
Keeping a pet skunk may not sound appealing because of the stink factor. However, skunks are great pets provided you have the scent gland removed. They are highly intelligent animals that can be very loving and loyal if treated properly.
Hi my name is Sarah and this is Halibut, and I am one of the exotic technicians here at Extra Care Animal Hospital, and on behalf of Expert Village.com, I am going to provide you with some helpful information on owning a rabbit. Rabbits should be fed a...
Like people, not all house rabbits are the same. Some are, by nature, calm while others are aggressive. Aggression in rabbits can be the result of any number of problems, from raging hormones to past abuse. There are some key steps, however, you can take...
We wanted to talk just quickly about spaying and neutering and how important it is, not only just to control the cat population. But, also for the benefits of the pet's health and the longevity. Kim, your cat at home has been spayed or neutered. Is that...
A female cat can go into her first heat as early as six months of age, but you can avoid this scenario by having your veterinarian spay your cat as early as possible. Not only is spaying your cat better for her health, but it can save you the trouble of...
You've decided to keep your cat indoors all her life for her safety or because you live in an apartment and have to. Either way, you may feel pangs of guilt about your friend's happiness and comfort. However, cats can be just fine living inside. Here's...
Hi. I'm Liz Caba from fixnation and I'm here today on behalf of Expert Village to talk to you about feral cats. Okay, ferral kittens. What is the youngest that a ferral kitten can be trapped and spayed and neutered. At our fixnation clinic our vet is...
Adding a second cat to the family can expand the enjoyment you receive from sharing your life with pets, and provide another homeless animal with the loving environment it deserves. Follow these steps to ensure you choose the right second cat for you and...
While raccoons are one of the most common types of exotic animals to be kept as pets, many animal-control authorities still discourage the practice. Raccoons can certainly be domesticated, especially if they have been raised by humans from an early age...
In many areas, feral cat populations produce dozens of litters of kittens each year. One of the best ways to reduce the problem is to bring the feral kittens in and make them into pets. Bringing the adult cats back into domestication can be difficult...
Bunnies are so cute. That is what makes families want to keep them as pets. Are you up to the challenge of caring for your bunny properly? Follow these steps and she will live a long and happy life as part of your family.
Punishing a cat for peeing on the carpet is a no-no. Cats do not pee outside of their litter boxes without a reason, and punishing them for doing so is confusing and harmful to the cat. The cat caretaker has to take steps to discover why the cat is...
Unlike human beings, pregnancy in dogs can be difficult to detect. A responsible pet owner will want to know the signs and symptoms of pregnancy as soon as possible, to ensure proper health care. The most accurate way to know if your dog is going to have...
The Abyssinian is one of the oldest known breeds. It resembles the ancient Egyptian cat more than any other, although there's no solid proof the Aby is the same breed.
The United Kennel Club is one of the United States' premiere kennel clubs. Some pedigreed dogs will come with UKC papers and other pedigreed dogs will come with papers from another registry, such as the American Dog Breeder's Association or the American...
So you've decided to get a cat. With so many breeds available, how can you be sure you are getting the right one for you and your family? The following tips will help you to choose the right match.
Feline leukemia is a retrovirus that is transferred between cats. It can cause cancer, blood disorders and immune system deficiency. The life expectancy depends on what illnesses the cat develops. You can help make your remaining time together more...