Should You Trim Your Cat’s Hair?

Dear Critter Corner: It’s getting warmer where I live and I’m not sure if I should trim my medium cat’s hair to help her stay cool. Any ideas? Summer is here and it’s starting to warm up around the Bay Area. It’s a good time to start preparing for the hotter summer...

Tips for Bringing Home a New Kitten

Dear Critter Corner: I have found the perfect kitten at my local adoption center that I am ready to adopt and bring home! We are first-time owners and were wondering if you have any suggestions for what necessities are required when bringing home our new furry friend...

Our Dog Is Frequently Scratching Himself

Dear Critter Corner: We have noticed that our pup has started to do a lot of scratching. He is on a flea preventative, so we are not sure what is causing the excessive scratching. Do you have any suggestions or ideas as to why he may be doing so much scratching? Our...

Could My Cat Have a Urinary Tract Infection?

Dear Critter Corner: My cat Oli has been going in and out of the litter box for the past few days, sometimes using it and sometimes not. He’s also had a few accidents around the house. Could he have a urinary tract infection? From what you’re describing, it sounds...

Enrichment Activities for Energetic Cats

Dear Critter Corner: I recently adopted a two-year-old cat from my local shelter, and we have bonded a lot over the past couple of months. He is easily excited and loves to run around the house and at times gets into things that he isn’t supposed to. What are some...

Tips for Training Two Puppies at Once

Dear Critter Corner: We have recently adopted two pups about a month apart from one another. They are both young and have had no real prior training. We have been a multi-dog household in the past but are feeling a little overwhelmed at the moment. Can you give us any...