Pet Monologues

Can a “doomsday” pet site save dogs?

A dog is killed approximately every 9 seconds. Read the rest of this entry »

Would you DNA test your pet?

Want to know what breeds make up your mutt/kitty? Read the rest of this entry »

Warning: though there is a bit of humor in this discussion, this is not a joke. Recklessness can cause injury, even death. Be responsible. Opinions and recommendations should be documented. PM does not endorse nor recommend anything other than the art of conversation.

“At least two thirds of domestic cats “enjoy” the effects of Nepeta, a.k.a. “catnip.” But do they enjoy it enough? If humans were able to isolate the active ingredient in catnip, could we not use it to become omnipowerful CATGODS? Imagine the possibilities! What fool wouldn’t want their own personal cat army? A massive fuzzy force with which to execute your every bidding? A united, unquestioning militia that requires nothing other than unfettered access to the super-powerful catnip products that give their adorable cuddly lives meaning.”— theinstructables.com Read the rest of this entry »

Known foods poisonous (toxic) to dogs AND cats.

Also foods you should not feed them.

Chocolate
It is not chocolate itself that is poisonous, it is the theobromine, a naturally occurring compound found in chocolate. Read the rest of this entry »

Hyperthyroidism in cats due to chemicals?

Is there a connection between toxic flame retardants and the surge in hyperthyroidism in cats? Read the rest of this entry »

My cat is missing the litterbox. The first question to ask yourself “is this cat healthy? Emotionally as well as physically.” Some cats can deal with change (such as moving) but many cannot. Read the rest of this entry »

House training a dog. Assuming there is no medical issue—follow this plan, and you should be able to dependably house train your dog within few weeks, max. Read the rest of this entry »

Ten tips for choosing a cat. The idea that we mere humans can “choose a cat” is questionable as without a doubt it is usually the cat that chooses us. If you are at that point in your life where you are ready and willing to be chosen by a cat or a kitten – here are our Top 10 Tips for “Choosing a Cat” ! Read the rest of this entry »

How to tell if your pet has eaten poisoned pet-food. Every pet owner in the country is concerned about whether their four-legged family member is at risk due to the recent pet food and treat recalls.

To date, kidney failure has been the cause of death in pets that have eaten the poison food.

Do you know what symptoms to look for? Read the rest of this entry »

How to deal with controversy? Maybe talking about it will bring positive results. I just read in the morning Chicago Tribune how a three-year old pit bull had to be put down by the owner for killing a neighbor’s dog, an 11-year old lab. It reminded me of a jogger killed by ferel pits in Chicago two years ago. In my very brief research this dog has many support groups such as Pit Bull Rescue Central and there is factual evidence that this dog as a breed has a more positive temperment than a lab as cited in American Temperament Testing Society which comes as quite a shock to most of us.

I have met this dog up close on occasion via friends who own one or more. If you like large, powerful-looking dogs, you have got to like a pit bull. The owner’s will say that a pit bull with issues though raises a red flag. You might say the same thing about many people who can cause considerable damage to life or limb if you know what I mean.

But something is not right here. If you have a pit bull and wish to take it to the Humane Society, they will probably put the dog down, no questions asked. If you are lucky I guess, they will tell you so up front. And maybe we agree that most news reported today is of a tragic nature. If there is a dog in the story, this dog always seems to be in the vicinity of these stories. Stories about attacks, mauling, break-in by police, neighbor complaints, fighting, and death.

Is the pit bull to blame? Is the pit bull a loaded gun? A drunken driver? Can the pit bull live peaceably in our society?