Kristen Levine Pet Living Stories, Science & Advice for Living Happier & Healthier with Pets
Our trusted experts have the answers!
Our trusted experts have the answers!
Believe it or not, pets are at just as much risk for dehydration or heat exhaustion as we are! During the hot summer months it’s especially important to make sure that they are drinking enough to stay healthy and cool.
7 Ways to Keep Your Pet Hydrated and Cool This SummerRead More
Spaying or neutering your cat is one of the best things you can do as a cat parent. You’ll be helping to control the problem of unwanted kittens, and you and your feline friend will experience some benefits too!
Whether the winter turns your pet into a snow angel or a couch potato, these tips will keep him warm and safe all season long.
Many of the things that make Halloween so much fun for pet parents can be frightening or even dangerous for animals. Some simple precautions can help keep your furry family members safe and secure.
For those of us who really love cats, their air of independence and mystery is just one of the things that makes them absolutely irresistible. However, when it comes to figuring out what is going on with a cat’s health, being mysterious loses its charm – in fact it can make things downright complicated! Cats are masters at hiding what is ailing them, and they frequently will not show any noticeable signs of sickness or injury. If you learn how to check your cat’s vital signs, you will have a baseline from which to gauge his general health, and a way to check up on him if you ever suspect a problem.
We want to do all we can to keep our kitties healthy and happy. Here are 5 cat health tips to help you to ensure that you and your purr-fect friend enjoy many happy healthy years together.
If you’re a pet parent, how do you know that the item you’re purchasing for Fluffy is safe? Check out these tips for finding products you can feel good about giving to your best four-legged friend.
It’s a sad fact that the battle to keep off the extra weight isn’t something that we pet parents fight alone. It happens to our pets pretty much the same way it could happen to any of us. They eat a little too much (or a little too much of the wrong stuff!), exercise a little too sporadically, and it starts to catch up with them. We want our pets to live the longest, healthiest lives possible, so we’ll do everything we can to help them fight the battle of the bulge. These weight loss tips for pets will help.
The fireworks and festivities that pet parents enjoy so much can sometimes be a little traumatic for the four-legged members of the family. Because many pets get startled and escape, July 4th and the days surrounding it are the busiest days of the year for animal shelters taking in lost pets. Pet Hub has designated the month of July as “Lost Pet Prevention Month.” Here are a few things you can do to keep your pets safe.
Did you know that pets can suffer from seasonal allergies? It may sound crazy, but it’s fur real! Just like some of their pet parents, many animal are allergic to tree pollen, grass, dust mites and other environmental allergens. If your pet is constantly scratching, chewing, biting, or licking, then chances are that he may be suffering from allergies. There are many options for relieving allergies in animals, and one of them will probably be right for your pet!
A diagnosis of cancer in your pet is scary. But these five tips can help you get through it together.
5 Things to Do If Your Pet Is Diagnosed with CancerRead More
I thought it would be interesting for you to hear from a veterinarian why pet insurance is so important—from a medical perspective. Our own family vet, Dr. Michael Amsberry at St. Francis Pet Care Center spoke with me recently about the top three reasons why he wishes all of his patients had pet insurance!
Three Reasons Your Vet Wishes You Had Pet InsuranceRead More
