Jodi Ziskin

A no kill nation for Just One Day

Just One Day is a challenge to all animal shelters across the United States to take a pledge not to euthanize any savable pets for just one day - June 11, 2012. Through the combined efforts of the No Kill...

Cats and oral cancer

Approximately 10% off all cancers affecting cats are located in the mouth. Of these, the most common is squamous cell carcinoma (SCC). This is especially devastating because if it is not diagnosed early, the tumor can quickly grow and...

April 27 is National Hairball Awareness Day

The first thing we need to understand about hairballs is that although they are accepted as common, they are anything but normal. Hairballs are often an early sign of irritable bowel disease.There are several ways to reduce and...

Herbs to relieve an itchy cat

For cats suffering from itchy skin due to allergies or bug bites, there is a natural alternative to steroids and antihistamines - a combination of two herbs: cat's claw and dandelion root. A tincture made out of this dynamic...

7 Broward Businesses that nourish your whole cat

No matter where you live in Broward County, there is a business eager to help nourish your whole cat. Here are just some of the many outstanding businesses truly dedicated to serving your healthy, happy cat.Fiesta Pet Deli2900...

South Florida Pet Expo: March 24

The annual South Florida Pet Expo will be taking place this Saturday, March 24 at the South Florida Expo Center, located at the South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach. This free, indoor event runs from 10...

Dog Bar Miami Beach now offering anesthesia-free dental cleanings for cats

Pet Dental Health Month may be over, but that does not mean it is okay to ignore your cat's mouth for another year.South Florida's Dog Bar, one of the areas original pet supply stores...

What is going on in your cat's mouth?

February is Pet Dental Health Month. This is a great time for cat guardians to become aware of the signs of periodontal disease as well as ways to keep a cat's teeth and gums healthy.Deposits from...

Transitioning a newly adopted cat to a healthy diet

Adopting a cat is a long-term commitment. With proper diet, exercise and environment, many cats can live 20 or more years.There has never been a better time to rescue a cat in Broward County. Currently, the county...

BPA Free Pumpkin For Your Cat

Many veterinarians and nutrition experts recommend adding canned pumpkin to food to aid in a cat's digestion. In addition to enzymes and vitamins, pumpkin contains both soluble and insoluble fiber. That means it can relieve both diarrhea...

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