Pet Tales by Desiree Carlos
What to do when cats meow too much
Cats meow for several reasons and the reasons change from kittenhood to adulthood. When kittens are hungry, cold, or scared,...
Feeding mistakes that cat owners must avoid
We tend to eat too much sugar and salt which leads to health problems. Or, we eat too little, then...
Is oregano safe for dogs?
Oregano can cause gastrointestinal irritation, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). It has...
Cheese and dogs
You can give cheese to your dog but please, do not give too much too often. Randa Kriss, in “Can...
Keep your pet alive: Vaccinate pups against parvo, dogs against distemper
My news feed is getting filled with pups dying from parvo, and dogs fighting distemper, with some losing the battle....
Rescued!
Stray dogs saved from death row by subdivision residents Some residents in a subdivision in Antipolo City have expressed apprehension...
Be careful when using a heating pad for dogs
Humans suffering from aches that come with old age and arthritis use heating pads to relieve the pain. “Heat therapy...
What to do when dogs fight
Dogs do not fight for no reason. When they do fight, they can inflict serious harm to each other. Injuries...
Karma, dogs and cats
It was 1970. My grandmother Nanay Belen and I were about to board a tricycle when we heard a driver...
Pizza for your pooch? Noooo!
Sadly, pizza cooked for humans contains ingredients that are toxic to dogs. Worse, raw pizza dough can cause serious damage...
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