When people adopt a dog, they plan on having the animal become a permanent member of their family. Man’s best friend can provide excellent companionship for people of all ages throughout their life. Unfortunately, sometimes circumstances arise that are beyond a person’s control and relinquishing the care of a pet becomes necessary. No one wants … Read more
Halloween Safety Tips for Cats Beloved by many, Halloween is that fun time of year when we can get dressed up in cool costumes and eat sugary stuff. Despite the glowing jack-o-lanterns, sweet treats and scary clothes, Halloween can pose certain risks to your feline family members. In our continued efforts to keep our readers … Read more
For twenty years and counting, NuVet Labs® has continued to give back to the furry members of our planet. NuVet Labs® is a proud contributor to hundreds of pet charities, rescue organizations and even K-9 police units as part of our desire to help those in need that are unable to help themselves. There is a … Read more
It is no secret that people tend to favor their right or left hand for writing, throwing, eating, and other tasks. The actual number of righties, lefties, and those who are ambidextrous is not clear. Many scientific studies concerning handedness have been unable to determine why some people preferentially use one hand over the other. Researchers … Read more
Wild to Domesticated The wild ancestors of today’s domestic cats were solitary creatures. The furry felines in our homes may seem a bit aloof, but they are more social than their early relatives. Exactly when cats became domesticated is not quite clear. We do know that genetically they are still very close to their wild relatives. The … Read more
Festive decorations and yummy food add color and an atmosphere of cheer to your home during the holiday season. It is natural to include your four-legged friend in holiday festivities, but be careful to safeguard them against potential dangers of common holiday decorations and treats. A Christmas tree is often the focus of holiday decorations … Read more
A sleeping dog may let out a low growl or paddle his feet as if running. A cat may twitch her whiskers and tail, extend and retract her claws, raise her lip or even give a muted meow. They are dreaming, and their antics are entertaining. Researchers now have a handle on what they dream … Read more
Everybody knows that cats love fish so why not show Fluffy how much you love her by treating her to some salmon? If you feel like whipping up something nutritious yet quick and easy for Fluffy’s dinner one night, why not try the following little recipe aptly called: Sumptuous Salmon Delight. We have a feeling … Read more
Like most people who have allowed a dog or cat into their heart and lost that pet, you considered your four-legged friend to be family. The loss has been heartbreaking and obviously replacing your special friend is impossible but keeping their memory alive can be easy. Fortunately there are many ways you can do this. … Read more
Just as some cats can be super calm other kitties can also be somewhere on the other end of the spectrum where they are more anxious or nervous. This can be frustrating and worrisome for some cat parents who simply want their cat to be happy. If you find that your cat tends to be … Read more