Weekly article archive
The following questions and answers have appeared in my weekly column in the Albuquerque Journal since July, 1996. Each week a new one is added. You'll find information on the physical and behavioral maladies of dogs and cats and a few other species too. I invite you to use the search feature to find the specific answer that you and your pet need.
Attention Seeking Behavior is a Factor Question: My daughter-in-law feeds the dog from her plate using the same utensils she eats with. I am truly serious. She eats a spoonful…
Read MoreDogs are the best trainers. Here’s how you can be the trainer. Teach your dog to eat dog food. Question: I really enjoy the light and amusing style in…
Read MoreHeinz Body Anemia Results from Onion Powder in Many Baby Foods. Question: My kitty’s special treat is one half jar of meat baby food every morning. I have heard that…
Read MoreCats are Carnivores. They need a Balanced Diet with Meat. Question: I’ve been told about a vegetarian diet that is available for cats. I am thinking of putting my cat…
Read MoreElderly cats who fail to eat may have serious illness. But we can help many. Question: We have a 20 year old female cat. She will not eat canned…
Read MoreGive Dogs a Structure for Eating Dog Food Question: I’ve tried to find a dog food that will satisfy both of my Chihuahuas but haven’t been successful. As a last…
Read MoreWhat’s good, What’s junk, Why it matters Question: For most of my cat’s 12 years she would only eat canned food. She got cat acne and our vet suggested…
Read MoreVariety is the spice of life-but cats can get gas & diarrhea. Pick a good diet & stay the course. Question: I live alone and my cat is my…
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