5 Ways Having a Pregnant Pet Can Change Your Life

Taking care of a pet is one thing. Taking care of a pregnant pet is entirely another. Having your cat or dog pregnant feels very much like expecting a child. There are preparations to be made, adjustments to be catered to. Pet care becomes a priority for the pet owner. Pregnant pets can act differently than when they were weren’t pregnant yet, so having a pregnant pet can cause many changes to the routine of your daily life.

Here are five ways having a pregnant pet can change your life.

Less play time

When your pet gets pregnant, they cannot be as active as they were during their un-pregnant days. This means you get to have less playtime with them and fewer activities. Pet care for pregnant pets is much alike to taking care of a pregnant woman. There are things she can’t do in the meantime as she nurtures a baby inside her own body.

Budget adjustments

Having more living creatures in the house will mean spending more on your pet’s and her offspring’s necessitates like food, space, veterinary care, and attention.

More mouths to feed

You have to prepare yourself for what’s to come – babies. Whether it’s kittens or puppies, this certainly means that you will have more mouths to feed for yourself. Not only does this affect your budget, but it also affects the physical labour you have to exert, especially when the babies grow and stop getting milk from their mother.

More space needed

Having more creatures also means more space is needed. If you live in a small room and you have five new puppies, it will be difficult to manage the space with all of them running around once they’ve grown. You might have to make the decision of selling them or putting them up for adoption.

More happiness

Although more pets can mean more effort and more attention needed, this also means more sources of happiness. So don’t begrudge having a pregnant pet!  

The post 5 Ways Having a Pregnant Pet Can Change Your Life appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

5 Ways Having a Pregnant Pet Can Change Your Life posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

Why Never Use Hydrogen Peroxide for Pet Wounds

Hydrogen peroxide is a commonly used antiseptic for wounds, whether its minor cuts, scrapes, or burns. It can even be used as a mouth rinse to relieve minor mouth irritation.

So why not use Hydrogen Peroxide for pet wounds?

If your pet has a wound that doesn’t seem to heal, there are many ways to treat it. Although there isn’t a one-size-fits-all way to treat pet wounds, there is one way you must avoid at all costs if you don’t want to slow down the healing process – hydrogen peroxide.

A lot of well-meaning owners tend to use hydrogen peroxide on wounds found on their pet – cat bite abscesses, dog bite wounds, skin cuts and lacerations, abrasions, etc.

If hydrogen peroxide works for human wounds, why not use it on pets?

When you put hydrogen peroxide on your pet’s wound and see it bubbling, this doesn’t only mean that it’s killing the bacteria present. It’s also a sign that it is killing the very cells that your pet’s body is counting on to heal the wound. These healing cells are called fibroblasts and are very crucial to proper wound healing. Using hydrogen peroxide to clean pet wounds will delay healing instead of help it.

If you do use hydrogen peroxide, do not use it at its full strength. Remember to dilute it with either water or saline. If your pet has a serious wound, bring him immediately to your veterinarian. For small wounds, just use soap and water.

Hydrogen peroxide has other uses for your pets. It is useful for de-skunking a dog. It can also help induce vomiting when your dog has eaten something nasty.

The post Why Never Use Hydrogen Peroxide for Pet Wounds appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

Why Never Use Hydrogen Peroxide for Pet Wounds posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

3 Tips to Get Rid of Pet Urine

For pet owners, pet urine is a common problem. Whether it’s dog pee or cat pee, getting urine in spaces where they shouldn’t be is inevitable, even if your pet is potty trained. There are times when cats choose to not pee on the litter and dogs just get too excited.

However, pet urine is not as grave a problem as you might think. Once you know these home remedies, getting rid of your pet’s pee-pee is as easy as 1-2-3.

White Vinegar

As simple as white vinegar may seem, it can do wonders in getting rid of urine odor. White vinegar neutralizes odors and works well for wet stains as well, even those that have been there for a while. You can use this by pouring generously an equal mixture of white vinegar and cold water. Blot the area well and let it dry. Once it is dry, you can then vacuum over the area.

Baking Soda

One of the greatest inventions of mankind is baking soda. Although it is named after its function for baking, it has been widely used and greatly helpful for cleaning, especially pet urine. Baking soda neutralizes the odor of the urine naturally. Sprinkle it liberally on the damp area and work the powder gently into the fibers of the fabric. Let it sit overnight to absorb as much odor as possible, then vacuum it up.

Bleach

Bleach is a strong way to get rid of dog pee and cat pee stains. However, its smell is quite strong as well. This is especially effective for cleaning caked-in stains. Dilute the leach, using 10 parts water to one part bleach. Spray the solution on the stain and then let it sit for 15 seconds. After that, rinse the area with warm water. If the stain is still visible, repeat the process until the spot is gone.

The post 3 Tips to Get Rid of Pet Urine appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

3 Tips to Get Rid of Pet Urine posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

3 Pet Activities for You and Your Dog During Snowy Weather

Winter does not have to be spent indoors in front of the fireplace all the time. During the cold season, you and your dog need to exercise all the more to keep your body warm. So when the snow starts falling and carpets the roads outside, it is time to take your dog for some fun pet activities the both of you will surely enjoy.

Here are 3 highly fun pet activities from Tractive.com:

Skijoring

There is a way you can play with your dog while skiing. This dog play requires nothing but a pair of skis! This is great for people who love skiing and for dogs who love running. Skijoring is basically skiing while being harnessed by your dog who will run in front of you. Your dog will pull you across snowy fields. This is sure to be a lot of fun for the adventurous type.

Snowball fight

This is perhaps one of the earliest childhood games that involve snow. But did you know you can also do this as dog play? Since most dogs love fetching and chasing stuff, your dog will surely love snowball fights. However, this is not played the same way as with humans. Don’t pack the snowballs too hard and don’t throw them directly at your dog. Instead, toss it lightly so your dog can try to catch it.

Hiking and snowshoeing

Dogs love new spaces and smells, so you might want to consider taking them on your next hiking and snowshoeing activity. Although this activity is not exactly a game, it will be a great way for you and your pet to bond.

Check out the full list here for more pet activities you can do with your dog during the winter.

The post 3 Pet Activities for You and Your Dog During Snowy Weather appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

3 Pet Activities for You and Your Dog During Snowy Weather posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

3 Reasons Why You Need a Dog Raincoat for Your Pet

A dog raincoat, or pet clothes in general, has been a topic of much debate among pet owners. Some people discourage the use of a pet raincoat because it is uncomfortable for dogs to be wearing clothes in the first place.

For some pet owners, however, pet protection is more important. We want to place pet safety on the top of our priority list, whatever the weather may be.

Here are 3 reasons why your pet needs a dog raincoat.

To protect him from the rain.

As obvious as this may sound, your dog is not exactly waterproof. A pet raincoat will protect him from the rain and will allow him to walk in it without getting soaked, which will be bad for his health especially in the colder seasons. Pairing a raincoat with rainboots is also ideal, since the rainboots can protect your dog from being exposed to puddles that might contain unknown and harmful chemicals.

To allow him to exercise.

Some dogs hate going on walks during rainy days the same ways a lot of us do not want to go jogging when the skies are pouring outside. Getting your dog a raincoat will allow him to exercise even when it is raining. Even if the weather is bad, it is important to give your dog the exercise he needs as well.

To prevent him from bringing mud into your house.

Imagine if you walk your dog without a raincoat and he comes running into the house when you get back from your walk. Imagine him jumping around the furniture, getting his muddy feet and soaked fur all over the place. Need I say more? Get your dog a raincoat and rainboots before taking him out for a walk.

A raincoat and rainboots is not a matter of luxury for your dog. It is part of pet protection. So if you want to protect your dog even during the rainy season, get him a raincoat.

The post 3 Reasons Why You Need a Dog Raincoat for Your Pet appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

3 Reasons Why You Need a Dog Raincoat for Your Pet posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

Are You Spending Too Much on Your Pet?

For a lot of pet owners, pets are a part of the family. We go to great lengths and spend a lot of money to ensure our pets get the best possible life they could live. This is how we show our pet love. But when do we know that we are spending too much? When do we know that our pet budget has exceeded what we can afford or is necessary?

Spending less on our pet does not necessarily mean we lack pet love. Although the amount of money you spend on your pet really depends on how much you are willing to give for your pet, one must be wise in setting a pet budget. Spending too much on your pet can lead you to compromise on other necessities in life and other needs.

One thing a pet owner must do is to decide ahead of time on the amount of pet budget to give. Although pet treats and squeaky toys can take up a certain amount in your budget, the biggest danger to your budget is usually health care. We all want our pets to live as long as they can. At the moment of danger, most of us want to do whatever it takes to save our pet, no matter the odds. This can cost you hundreds, even thousands, of dollars. When possible it is better to make a decision ahead of time, when your emotions aren’t tearing you apart.

Read the full article from Moneyning.com here.

The post Are You Spending Too Much on Your Pet? appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

Are You Spending Too Much on Your Pet? posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com

5 Christmas Decors Every Cat Owner Must Avoid

‘Tis the season for Christmas decors and fancy lights. As pretty as we want our homes to be during the holiday season, a cat owner must know those fancy decors can also mean Dangerous decors, especially for our feline friends. Dangerous decors can be as simple as little things we hang on our tree or flowers we scatter on the wall. But with a cat’s curious nature and instinct to climb things, it could very well be dangerous.

Here are 5 Dangerous decors every cat owner must avoid.

Tinsel –

Tinsel is possibly the most dangerous holiday decoration not just for cats alone, but pets in general. It has the tendency to shed its strands, and ingesting a few of these strands can make your cat ill. It can even lead to intestinal obstruction.

Delicate or treasured ornaments –

A cat owner should never put up such sentimental stuff on the tree, mainly because a cat will most likely climb up the Christmas tree and knock over your décor.

Holly berries –

According to the ASPCA, holly berries are considered potentially toxic if consumed in large amounts. This can result in gastrointestinal irritation and depression of the central nervous system.

Christmas lights –

Christmas won’t seem complete without the lights, but you have to make sure to keep the strands away from the very bottom. Your cat can easily just chew on the electrical cords and end up getting an electrical shock. Make sure the end of the extension cord is tucked away so your pet cannot get to it.

Lit candles –

Avoid this at all costs. Cats jump around the place and can easily knock over a lit candle, which can result to a fire. Never, I repeat, never light a candle around a cat.

Read the full article here for more Christmas decors a cat owner must avoid.

The post 5 Christmas Decors Every Cat Owner Must Avoid appeared first on Love A-Lot Pets Blog for Pet Lovers.

5 Christmas Decors Every Cat Owner Must Avoid posted first on https://lovealotpets.tumblr.com