Fleas and ticks are a very real problem not only for pets, but people as well.  Both fleas and ticks feed by biting and drinking the blood of their hosts and—being parasites—they can be passed on to other animals, including people. Unfortunately, they can also carry disease and the eggs of internal parasites such as worms, making them not only irritating but potentially harmful to the health of their host. Fortunately there are many flea and tick prevention tips for pets to help keep them safe.

Medicated Treatments & Prevention

The most effective method of flea and tick prevention is to use a medicated spot-on treatment. These are available from licensed pet shops, veterinary clinics and online pet stores.  Before you choose a medical treatment or preventative,

Brrrrrrr, it’s cold out there...and we aren’t the only ones feeling the chill!  It is a common misconception that fur is ample defense against the cold, but our pets are also susceptible to the discomfort and potential dangers of cold winter temperatures.  Depending on the type of fur, build, and size of your pet, some cats and dogs are less prepared for winter than others.  Slender dogs with thin bones and fur like Chihuahuas and Greyhounds will need more protection than a Saint Bernard, bred to have a sturdy build and thick fur to withstand cold temperatures.  Likewise, some cats have thicker fur than others and are more equipped to spend time outdoors.

Regardless of what kind of pet you have, here are some tips to help you comfortably

Every pet owner knows the scenario. You've planned a tripwith friends, family and, of course, your pet. The only thing standing between you and your vacation is the car ride, airplane flight, boat ride or some combination of the three. For you this may not be much of an obstacle, but for your pet it may cause travel sickness. Travel sickness has a variety of causes including stress and anxiety. It is accompanied by a host of unpleasant symptoms. Luckily, there are a few remedies for cat and dog travel sickness that are relatively simple to administer.

Causes

As mentioned above, the stress and anxiety related to travel is one of the leading causes of travel sickness in cats and dogs. However, it is not the only cause. As with motion sickness in humans, dogs can get travel

        The Petango Store is pleased to announce its recent sponsorship of the SPCA Serving Erie County in its effort to provide its feline guests with cat boxes.   

“Cat boxes?” you might ask.

  As anyone who has housed a cat knows, most of our feline friends enjoy the comfort and security of a good hiding space.  For my cat, it’s the space between the counter and a high chair from which he can observe through the rails of the chair-back with relative impunity.  It’s his destination of choice when the dogs come dashing in from their walk or a loud and unfamiliar person arrives on the scene.

Shelter cats are no different and if anything, are in greater

If you have fallen in love with Max, the one-eyed dog, or Marshmallow, the deaf cat, here are some important tips for adopting a disabled pet that can help you adjust to your pet’s special needs.

Disabled pets come in many forms. Some special-needs pets have persistent health problems like diabetes, skin or foodallergies, frequent urinary tract infections, or behavioral issues like aggression or defecating and urinating in unwanted areas. Other common disabilities are missing limbs, hind limb paralysis, profound deafness, blindness and edentulism (having few or no teeth).

Educate Yourself

Read everything you can about the pet’s disability so you won’t be surprised by the amount of time or effort you might have to expend to keep your pet healthy and happy.

There's nothing quite as much fun as new kittens. They're like little balls of rolling, jumping, and leaping fluff. While they're entertaining on their own, playing with your kitten can help burn off some of that boundless energy kittens have, and it's a great way to bond. Fortunately, finding fun games to play with kittens is easy.

Kittens play not just because it's fun but because they're honing their hunting skills. Inside that cuddly little furball is the heart of a great hunter. The best games aren't just fun, but they also help your kitten develop the natural instincts for the hunt.

Don't roughhouse with your kitten. It will teach him to be aggressive, to bite and to scratch. And be sure not to use your hands or feet as toys. Teaching kittens to bite your hands and feet now can

Cats can serve as wonderful pets and companions. However, they are temperamental creatures and do not always interact well with one another. What can you do when your cats don't get along?

Cats have the potential to be aggressive and a tendency to be territorial. When a new cat is introduced into the territory occupied by a single cat, tensions frequently arise. The original cat in the location may chase the newcomer, lunge at the other cat, or engage in some other form of undesirable and disruptive behavior. When cats in the house don't get along, there are several strategies that can be used to get the cats into a more comfortable relationship.

A pet owner can try the following tactics: installing vertical cat towers, placing the cats' food in separate rooms, placing the cats in separate

There's nothing quite as much fun as new kittens. They're like little balls of rolling, jumping, and leaping fluff. While they're entertaining on their own, playing with your kitten can help burn off some of that boundless energy kittens have, and it's a great way to bond. Fortunately, finding fun games to play with kittens is easy.

Kittens play not just because it's fun but because they're honing their hunting skills. Inside that cuddly little furball is the heart of a great hunter. The best games aren't just fun, but they also help your kitten develop the natural instincts for the hunt.

Don't roughhouse with your kitten. It will teach him to be aggressive, to bite and to scratch. And be sure not to use your hands or feet as toys. Teaching kittens to bite your hands and feet now can