give your cat a fall tune up
Give your cat a Fall tune up

Many people take their car for spring and fall tune-ups, but autumn is also a…

lameness in cats
Saying goodbye to your pet

“It's so much darker when a light goes out than it would have been if…

lameness in cats
Lameness in cats

My kitty took a tumble.  It’s certainly not the first time she made a misstep…

good news for fiv kitties and those who love them
Good news for FIV+ kitties and those who love them

Finally, some good news for FIV (the feline immunodeficiency virus) positive kitties and those who…

so your cat has a heart murmur
So your cat has a heart murmur

There’s probably nothing more frightening for a pet owner than hearing that little “humpf” from…

don t lose hope finding a lost pet
Don’t Lose Hope: Finding A Lost Pet

Twelve years ago this November one of the feral cats I cared for, Snowy, disappeared.…

winter is coming be sure your community cats are prepared
Winter Is Coming. Be Sure Your Community Cats Are Prepared

Autumn has always been my favorite season. I love the brightly colored falling leaves, sweaters…

help your pet beat the summer heat
Help your pet beat the summer heat

Summer is a great time to bond with your pet. Long summer drives, time spent…

caring for feral and stray cats in summer
Caring for Feral and Stray Cats in Summer

It’s hard to be a feral or community cat. Spring and fall seem to last…

ten ways you can make the world brighter for animals
Ten ways you can make the world brighter for animals

When it comes to making the world a better place for animals (and humans) the…

What's the best dog breed for a family pet?

A happy golden retriever running through a backyard across a lawn of closely-mowed grass. The dog's owners watch from behind.