April 28th is National Kids and Pets Day. Having a pet can easily be one of the highlights of growing up for many kids. It’s been shown that growing up with family pets can foster increased self-esteem, teach nurturance skills, and be an example of unconditional love for children
April is canine fitness month! Fitness is defined as “the condition of being physically fit and healthy.” However, the definition of fitness has been expanding to include mental fitness as well as physical fitness.
Cats are obligate carnivores, meaning they require meat in their diet. Cats naturally get hydration from raw meat sources, which works well for cats who are out in the wild, catching prey daily. For house-dwelling cats on a dry kibble diet, there is a need to supplement with water to make sure they are getting the hydration they need.