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Plants & Your Cat

Some houseplants, flowers, and other plants can make you cat very ill or even be deadly. Here’s a list of the ones to avoid, and the ones that are ok if you have a feline in the family. Toxic to Cats: Alocasia Elephant Ears Mum Aloe Eucalyptus Narcissus Amaryllis Fiddle Leaf Fig Nasturtium Apple plant [...]

6 Months or 6 Years: When and If to Spay or Neuter Kitten

by DREW MCWATTERS, DVM Veterinarians have traditionally recommended universal spaying and neutering of dogs and have advised doing it at no later than six months of age. This recommendation came from a desire to decrease the stray pet population and decrease the incidence of reproductive disease while at the same time decreasing anesthetic risks associated [...]

New Advice on Spay/Neuter of Kittens: Earlier Is Better

Kim Campbell Thornton American Veterinarian, Volume 2, Issue 3 New recommendations support kitten spay/neuter by 5 months of age. Here’s why. Conventional wisdom previously recommended that kittens be spayed or neutered no earlier than 6 months of age, but feline medicine specialists now say that an earlier age for the surgery benefits cats, owners, and [...]

New Kitten Introductions

By Heather Jelks| Animal Care Center Castle Pines, CO Follow these general rules for any type of new pet introductions: Always make new pet introductions in a controlled setting. Plan the introduction for a time when you can all spend at least an entire day together. Be patient, speak encouragingly in a calm voice, [...]

Plants & Your Dog

Some houseplants, flowers, and other plants can make you cat very ill or even be deadly. Here’s a list of the ones to avoid, and the ones that are ok if you have a canine in the family. Toxic to Dogs: Alocasia Elephant Ears Mum Aloe Eucalyptus Narcissus Amaryllis Fiddle Leaf Fig Nasturtium Apple [...]

Starting Out Right With Your New Cat And The Litterbox

© Seattle Humane Society Resource Library Most cats have a specific preference about where they want to eliminate. By following the suggestions outlined in this handout, you’ll be able to start off on the right foot with your new cat. Location Most people are inclined to place the litterbox in an out-of-the-way spot in order [...]

Human Foods Dogs Can & Cannot Eat

Yes Apples Pumpkin Bananas Rice Bell Pepper’s Salmon Broccoli Sardines Blueberries Spinach Cantaloupe Strawberries Carrots Sweet Potato Cheese (In Moderation*) Yogurt Chicken Eggs Green Beans Kale Mango Peanut Butter (no xylitol) Pineapple No AlcoholOnionsAvocadoPits and Seeds from FruitCaffeinePotato Skins & Raw PotatoesChocolateRaisinsCoffeeRhubarbFat TrimmingsSalty FoodsGarlicSpinachGrapesWild MushroomsGumXylitol (present in gum, candies, some peanut butters [...]

Vaccines for Kittens and Cats

Keep in mind that all cats are unique. Your All Creatures Animal Hospital vet will discuss your dog’s planned lifestyle and risks, and then make recommendations and customize vaccines for your pet. A word about vaccine safety: Any type of medical treatment has associated risks, but the risk should be weighed against the benefits of [...]

Local Dog Trainers

Crawford Canine Connection 425-330-9639 Email Lorenzo’s Dog Training 866-436-4959 Ahimsa Dog Training Seattle 206-364-4072 925 NW 49th St C, Seattle, WA 98107 Monday-Friday 10am-5pm Seattle Puppyworks 1417 10th Ave Studio A, Seattle, WA 98122 Tuesday-Friday 8am-6pm Saturday 12pm-5pm Zoom Room Dog Training 206-486-2104 10004 Aurora Ave N #12, Seattle, WA 98133 Monday-Friday 10am-8pm Saturday-Sunday 9am-8pm

How to Hire a Dog Trainer

©ASPCA Virtual Pet Behaviorist All Rights Reserved It is advised that dog owners call, interview, and ideally observe a trainer prior to hiring them. Do not consider using a trainer or training company if you see or hear any of the following methods or training philosophies: The equipment recommended for basic obedience includes or [...]

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