Puppies use their mouth to play, chew, eat and discover the world around them. Unfortunately, your hand may be your pup’s next target. While small, your puppy’s teeth are sharp and bites can be painful. Your pet’s biting may be innocent at first, but his bad habit of “mouthing” could continue into adulthood. Puppies must be taught to control their mouthing behavior at a young age. Early training will help discourage destructive chewing and prevent painful bites.

Setting Limits
Puppies need to be taught to control the pressure they use when biting. …

It may seem that your cat is living the good life, but even our feline friends can suffer from depression. Anti-anxiety medications, such as antidepressants, can help curb behavioral problems and reduce symptoms associated with feline anxiety. With the right combination of medications, your cat can regain his sunny deposition

About Antidepressants
Many antidepressants work by regulating the amount of serotonin in the body. Serotonin is a chemical that works in the brain to control your cat’s behavior, experience of pain, appetite, body temperature, movement and body organs. Serotonin also plays a …

Some dogs have long hair that is easily tangled and matted. Small knots grow into large mats that hold bacteria, moisture and debris against the skin. Even your pal’s paws can become matted. If the matting is severe, shaving the paws may be the best solution.

Reasons to De-Mat
Small tangles are common in long-haired dogs such as the Yorkie and Pekingese, and they’re harmless as long as they’re removed soon after they form. Tangles allowed to become mats are a problem. Besides giving your pal a bad-hair day, they can tighten …