Cats need milk
The long-standing myth that cats need milk is wrong and giving your pet a saucer of cow's milk could make it vomit or have diarrhea. Kittens drink their mother's milk until they are weaned but adult cats don't have much lactase in their systems so drinking milk is often uncomfortable and messy, for you and your cat. Cats can be prone to urinary and kidney issues too, so be sure to provide them access to plenty of cool, clean water throughout the house. Feeding them a moist canned diet will also increase their fluid intake.
Table scraps make good rewards for dogs
This is a myth too. As hard as it is not to give in to those sad, soulful puppy dog eyes, there are many reasons NOT to feed your dog table scraps. Dogs that eat a lot of table scraps tend to be overweight. If you're eating a steak and want to give your dog a treat, what part of the steak does he usually get? The fat. Eating pure fat is bad for your dog's weight. Overweight dogs have less energy and are at greater risk for developing health problems such as cardiovascular diseases. And digestive disorders are another common problem among dogs that eat a lot of table scraps, causing unpleasant symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea.
The healthiest diet for your dog is a consistent natural diet that has been formulated specifically for their unique nutritional needs. I recommend a natural brand, one made with simple, wholesome, real-food ingredients and that's perfectly balanced to support a dog's health, from puppies to seniors. Be sure to talk to your vet about how much food to give your dog, and then feed the same amount (be sure to measure it out) at the same time each day.
Cats always land on their feet
Cats are champs at landing feet first over short distances, thanks to a highly flexible backbone. But they do sometimes land on their heads -- beyond one or two stories their feet can't "break" the fall. Cats with access to an elevated, open window may also focus so intently on a bird that they lose their balance and fall -- what we call "high-rise syndrome". Offering your cat a safe, secure perch with a view is the best way to keep them safe.
A warm nose means your dog is sick
The temperature of a dog's nose changes easily and isn't a good sign of illness. It can be hot and dry after lying in the sun or cool and wet from dipping into the water bowl. Keep an eye out for these better signs of illness - lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, coughing, or a fever higher than 102.5°F. Be sure to contact your vet right away if your dog shows any of these signs.
It's ok for your dog to "give you a kiss"
Do you buy into the myth that dogs' mouths are cleaner than humans? Think again. Dogs' chops are teeming with germs like salmonella. These germs get into a dog's mouth from eating spoiled food (or when he uses his tongue as toilet paper). Then a kiss moves these germs from pooch to person. . . and that's not good. So put the kibosh on the kissing, wash your hands if your dog gives you a lickful of love, and get into a routine of brushing your pet's teeth too.
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The long-standing myth that cats need milk is wrong and giving your pet a saucer of cow's milk could make it vomit or have diarrhea. Kittens drink their mother's milk until they are weaned but adult cats don't have much lactase in their systems so drinking milk is often uncomfortable and messy, for you and your cat. Cats can be prone to urinary and kidney issues too, so be sure to provide them access to plenty of cool, clean water throughout the house. Feeding them a moist canned diet will also increase their fluid intake.
Table scraps make good rewards for dogs
This is a myth too. As hard as it is not to give in to those sad, soulful puppy dog eyes, there are many reasons NOT to feed your dog table scraps. Dogs that eat a lot of table scraps tend to be overweight. If you're eating a steak and want to give your dog a treat, what part of the steak does he usually get? The fat. Eating pure fat is bad for your dog's weight. Overweight dogs have less energy and are at greater risk for developing health problems such as cardiovascular diseases. And digestive disorders are another common problem among dogs that eat a lot of table scraps, causing unpleasant symptoms like vomiting and diarrhea.
The healthiest diet for your dog is a consistent natural diet that has been formulated specifically for their unique nutritional needs. I recommend a natural brand, one made with simple, wholesome, real-food ingredients and that's perfectly balanced to support a dog's health, from puppies to seniors. Be sure to talk to your vet about how much food to give your dog, and then feed the same amount (be sure to measure it out) at the same time each day.
Cats always land on their feet
Cats are champs at landing feet first over short distances, thanks to a highly flexible backbone. But they do sometimes land on their heads -- beyond one or two stories their feet can't "break" the fall. Cats with access to an elevated, open window may also focus so intently on a bird that they lose their balance and fall -- what we call "high-rise syndrome". Offering your cat a safe, secure perch with a view is the best way to keep them safe.
A warm nose means your dog is sick
The temperature of a dog's nose changes easily and isn't a good sign of illness. It can be hot and dry after lying in the sun or cool and wet from dipping into the water bowl. Keep an eye out for these better signs of illness - lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, coughing, or a fever higher than 102.5°F. Be sure to contact your vet right away if your dog shows any of these signs.
It's ok for your dog to "give you a kiss"
Do you buy into the myth that dogs' mouths are cleaner than humans? Think again. Dogs' chops are teeming with germs like salmonella. These germs get into a dog's mouth from eating spoiled food (or when he uses his tongue as toilet paper). Then a kiss moves these germs from pooch to person. . . and that's not good. So put the kibosh on the kissing, wash your hands if your dog gives you a lickful of love, and get into a routine of brushing your pet's teeth too.
The pet supplies shown today can be found at:
www.holisticselect.com
www.wellnesspetfood.com
www.petsuppliesplus.com
