Seasonal Shedding in Pets: How to Tell What’s Healthy and What’s Not

pet shedding.

Your pet’s coat can tell a lot about their overall health. If you’ve ever owned an animal with fur, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share of shedding. Some shedding is viewed as perfectly normal, but during certain parts of the year (fall and spring), hair loss can veer into questionable territory. How much fallen or loose hair is “too much” during seasonal shedding periods? We can help you determine when it’s time to call the vet. 

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Can I Trim My Cat’s Nails at Home?

A callico gets her nails trimmed.

Even if you’ve never trimmed a cat’s nails before, it’s not difficult to do. With some practice and patience, you can learn to trim your cat’s nails yourself at home.

Regularly trimming your cat’s nails keeps them healthy and can help prevent injury to you and your other pets. It also helps keep your furniture from being scratched up by kitty’s sharp claws.

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