Hot spot in dogs: triggers and treatment measures

Skin problems, such as hot spots, are a common problem in dogs. Basically every dog can suffer from hot spots. However, they occur particularly frequently in breeds with a very dense and long coat. ...

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House-Training kittens: What Is the Best Approach?

When a kitten moves in with you, it is a big change for both you and your little four-legged friend. The tasks that now lie ahead include getting the kitten house-trained. In the following, we will ex...

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How Can I Give my Cat a Pill?

Cats are famous for having their own mind. Obviously this is also noticeable when you try to give your cat a pill. Very few four-legged friends will swallow the medicine willingly. Since its ad...

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How can I tell the gender of a cat?

Recognising the gender of a cat can be quite a challenge. After all, the differences between a female cat and a male cat are not all that great. This is especially true for kittens, in which t...

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How do you recognize a sad cat?

It's no secret that cats are extremely sensitive animals. What's less known, however, is that cats can be sad and even develop depression. In this article, you will learn how to recognize if your four...

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How filter bacteria help clean your pond

A garden pond is a closed ecosystem that can easily become imbalanced without adequate care. In the following, you will learn about the role of bacteria in this process and why they are crucial for ma...

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How Insect-Based Food Can Benefit Your Pet's Health

In addition to conventional dog and cat food with meat or fish, our range also includes a large selection of products with the larvae of Hermetia illucens (black soldier flies) as a source of protein....

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How long do cats carry?

Female cats that have not been neutered can of obviously become pregnant after meeting a tomcat. In this case you can soon look forward to four-legged offspring.Find out below how long cats carry and ...

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How Many Cat Breeds Are There?

Cats are among the most popular pets of all. There are now around 15.7 million felines living in German households alone, which puts them in first place ahead of dogs by a clear margin. But how many ...

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How much sleep does a cat need?

Cats can sometimes give the impression that they spend most of their lives sleeping. To some extent, that may be true. Compared to humans, cats spend significantly more time lying around lazily and re...

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How Old Do Cats Get?

Cats are fascinating animals and many of them bring happiness to their owner’s life for many years. How old do cats actually get and which factors play a role in their life expectancy? We have ...

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How old do turtles get?

Turtles are reptiles that have inhabited the Earth for over 220 million years. They are known for their ability to reach a very old age, with some turtles even surpassing the human lifespan. In the f...

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How to calm an anxious cat

Cats are very curious animals who like to go on a discovery tour. They are also quite sensitive, which can sometimes lead to a cat being afraid for various reasons. In this article we will expl...

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How to Change the Water in Your Fish Tank

Although common filter systems are very powerful nowadays, a regular partial water change is essential. This helps to maintain the ecological balance and keep the fish in the aquarium health...

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How to cool your dog in summer

In summer, the thermometer often shows temperatures well above 30 degrees. Even though this is, of course, an invitation to go for a swim in an outdoor pool or lake, the heat is definitely associated ...

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How to effectively treat and prevent calluses in your dog

Lying calluses are often also called bed sores. They are widespread in dogs and primarily affect very large breeds, which by nature carry a high weight. Apart from that, couch calluses can occur more ...

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How to feed your kitten properly with kitten wet food from an early age

In order to encourage healthy growth in young cats, it is crucial to provide an optimal amount of all required nutrients from an early age. Choosing high-quality kitten food is therefore indispensable...

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How to identify and avoid food mites in pet food

A very common type of mite is the so-called feed mite, which can even trigger allergies and can therefore be a real pain for dogs and cats. In the following, we explain where food mites come fr...

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How to learn to understand your cat's body language

In contrast to you, your cat cannot communicate in words. Instead, it uses its body language, along with various vocalizations, to communicate with its surroundings. In the following, you will lear...

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How to make your balcony safe for your cat

Most cats appreciate it very much if they can go outdoors on discovery tours. Unfortunately, this is not always possible for various reasons. In this case maybe you at least have a balcony that you ca...

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