Should You Declaw Your Cat? Whether or not to declaw a cat is an important decision a cat owner must make. The choice can be controversial with some thinking it inhumane, and other thinking it very beneficial. Declawing a cat is the cutting off of the end of each toe. Sometimes this is just done on the front feet, sometimes it is done all all of them. Generally a kitten is put under general anesthetic for the procedure and pain medications are administered after. It is ideal for declawing to take place at an early age. Kittens tend to heal quicker since they put less stress on their feet. Kittens can be declawed as your as six weeks of age. Declawed kittens must remain indoors. A cats claws are its major defense to protect themselves from preditors. [MORE]
Is my Dog Pregnant? or in Labor!? Canine pregnancy can be difficult to detect, but here are some tips to help you figure out if your dog his having puppies. If your dog is not acting normal, or is less then enthusiastic about what she normally is, it could be many things including pregnancy. There are some indicators that can help you tell whether or not puppies are in your future. First make sure that your dog is a candidate for getting pregnant. Dogs do not reach sexual maturity until 18-24 months depending on breed of dog. Its a good idea to find out about your breed when you purchase a dog. Dogs will only get pregnant when they are in heat. Shorty after a dog has become impregnated, the dog will generally become more cuddly, loving, and playful. Du[MORE]