Does My Cat Know Her Name?
Does My Cat Know Her Name? When you call Mittens, what happens? Does she come, or does she choose to ignore you? We’ve heard many people (non-cat owners) say that cats don’t know their names like dogs do. Several studies have proved that cat owners are right; of course, their kitty knows her name and […]
Test Your Pet Knowledge With a Quiz!
Test Your Pet Knowledge With a Quiz! Who has more varied vocalizations, dogs or cats? If you guessed dogs, you’re totally and completely wrong! Cats have up to 100 vocal sounds. Dogs, on the other hand, have about 10! Who received more mail, President Clinton or his cat Socks? Ok, this one was easy, of course, it […]
Help! My Cat is Scratching the Furniture!
Here is the bad news…. cats like to scratch. It’s an entirely normal and natural activity. Scratching helps your kitty keep her nails clean and sharp, alleviates stress, exercises her shoulders and neck. Plus, your feline’s paws contain scent glands, so scratching releases her unique smell to mark your home. All of these benefits make scratching […]
5 Low Maintenance Pets – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Are you an animal lover with a busy lifestyle? You’d love to have a pet, but, are fearful you don’t have the time available to devote to a beloved pet? Although, all creatures deserve to have love, attention and care, some animals don’t require as much as others. Here’s a list of a few: Budgie […]
Lazy Cat Owner Gift Ideas – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
It’s a myth that all cats just sleep and groom all day. Even the laziest of cats enjoys some bursts of energy to play, hunt, run and jump. And, many cats have even more energy…especially, kittens. They can seemingly play for hours on-end! And, many times, their owners get worn out before their cats expend […]
Pet Safe Holiday Plants – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Pet Safe Holiday Plants The holidays are here! Before you begin to decorate your home with the traditional holiday plants, make sure you aren’t putting anything up that could potentially harm your pet. Here are some wonderful alternatives to the traditional plant and flower options. Replace Mistletoe with Christmas Cactus! Mistletoe can be fatal for […]
Eco-Friendly Litter Disposal + Dog Proof Litter Box Setup
Owning two cats, Midas and Shadow, I’ve wanted to find an eco-friendly litter removal system. I wanted to eliminate the wasteful practice of going through tons and tons of plastic bags, in the litter removal process. I also wanted a way to keep my dog, Sammy Star, out of my litter boxes. Here is the […]
Pet Safe Candles – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
I love having candles burning in my home. The soft, flickering light adds so much more interest to an area and ups the cozy factor. However, also sharing my home with my 2 cats and my dog, I have to be very aware of safety issues associated with open flames. I want to make sure […]
Safe Plants to Have Around Pets – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Safe Plants to Have Around Pets Some pets turn our plants into little snacks. There are several different reasons as to why. It could be they do so to calm an upset stomach, or it could be seen as recreational play when they chew on the plant. Even sometimes if we think we have the […]
Best Amazon Pet Toys for Your Dog and Cat – Recommendations from Lucy’s Pet Care
If you have a pets, you know you’re always looking for a fun, exciting, new way to keep them entertained. And, if you’re like me, Amazon is an go-to for easy, affordable shopping option for pet toys. Being a parent to a dog and 3 cats, I’ve purchased my fair share of pet toys! Below, […]
Why Is My Cat Peeing Outside the Litter Box?
What most people say is that cats are peeing to “get back at us” when they pee outside of their litter box. While it may be annoying and frustrating to come home to cat pee, it’s important for cat owners to understand that the cat is trying to communicate something to us. With a bit […]
Benefits of Pets for Health and Recovery
We’re big fans of pets here at Lucy’s Pet Care. We all know how much we can help out pets and animals in our community. But do we always realize and recognize how much they can help us? Pets offer great healing and service benefits to people who need a helping hand because of sickness, […]
Pet Insurance Pros and Cons – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Animal medicine has seen some significant improvements within the past 10 years. These advancements come with a higher cost to pet owners. This has resulted in a higher cost for pet insurance. Less than 1% of pets are insured in America. Knowing the pros and cons of pet insurance can help you decide if insuring your pet is right for […]
FIV What You Need To Know – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
FIV, or Feline Immunodeficiency Virus, affects cats worldwide. FIV is the most-similar to human HIV. Symptoms sometimes do not manifest until up to a year after contracting the virus. Once it begins to manifest the cat’s immune system is weakened greatly, which leads them at risk for other diseases. FIV is not typically fatal for […]
This Story Will Make You Think Twice Before Boarding Your Pets
As pet parents, we have several options for care of our pets whenever we must be away from home. And, we always want the best for our furry babies, so we do our due diligence in researching the very best choice. Boarding your pets is a popular choice. I’m writing this post in hopes […]
Moving With Your Cat – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Moving house can be an exciting time! However, it can also bring lots of stress. This stress not only affects the humans in our household, but, it affects our pets, as well. Cats can be particularly sensitive to changes in surroundings. In this blog, I’ll share with you some tips for making the move with […]
Something You Should Know About In-Your-Home Pet Sitting…
When you choose us for in-your-home pet sitting rather than boarding, you might not realize the terrific additional services that are included for free. These services can be worth hundreds….to thousands….of dollars! I’d like to site a recent example of how our in-your-home pet sitter caught a serious problem that could have had disastrous outcome, […]
Should You Give Your Pet Probiotics?
Health-conscious people have fueled a vast market for nutritional supplements, and this market includes everything from pills to drinks. As a pet lover who considers your furry friends part of your family, you want them to get all of the same benefits you look for yourself. Of course, you naturally want to have some assurance […]
What You Need For Your New Kitten – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
You’re bringing home a new kitten! Congratulations on your new fur baby! Here’s a list of basic supplies you’ll need to make sure your new kitten has everything she needs to be comfortable in her new home. Food and Water You’ll want to select low-lipped food and water dishes to ensure your tiny kitten can […]
Father’s Day Gift Ideas for Pet Dads – Tips from Lucy’s Pet Care
Do you know a Proud Pet Father? Is he just the most caring, loving, compassionate pet parent on the planet? Will he do anything for his furry, feathered, finned or scaled friend? Whether or not he’s a parent to a human child or fur babies, he’s still a GREAT DAD! Here are some ways to […]