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Mar 15
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5 Adorable Ways Cats Demand Respect

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Did you know that March 28 is Respect Your Cat Day? Although kitties deserve respect every day, sometimes we can’t help but laugh at their silly antics. Fluffy may be small, but she may very well consider herself the boss of your household. Actually, our feline buddies can demand respect in some super cute ways! A San Leandro, CA vet lists some of them below.

Cuddle Time

Too much attention, too little attention, or the wrong kind of attention will all displease your furry overlord. It’s up to Fluffy, not you, to decide when it’s cuddle time. (Of course, your pet may very well demand attention while you’re in the middle of something. That’s just what cats do.) Our feline friends reserve the right to change their minds about being petted rapidly, without warning, and at any time. Your cat may think she wants attention, only to walk away or even smack your hand if you try to oblige.

Bed Space

It isn’t uncommon for people owned by cats to find themselves squished to one side of the bed, while their kitties sprawl out in the middle. Fluffy clearly thinks she has the right to decide whether she wants to sleep on your legs, pillow, or even on your head.

Dinner Choices

Many cats have their owners wrapped around their paws as far as food is concerned. Has your kitty ever meowed for her supper, only to turn away from the food you offer her? If Fluffy demands something different, there is a pretty good chance that you’ll oblige her. Those cute meows are hard to resist!

Attention Demands

If your cat is trying to get your attention, and you ignore her, look out! Fluffy may smack something off the table, run out in front of you, bat at your ankles, or just meow at you. (We suspect that sometimes kitties misbehave because they know they’re so cute that we usually break down and pet them instead of punishing them.)

All-Access Pass

As far as Fluffy is concerned, nothing in the house is off-limits. You may find your kitty on your research papers, in your suitcase, or even on a counter, just looking at you smugly. Clearly, cats live by their own rules!

Please contact us, your local San Leandro, CA animal clinic, for all your pet’s veterinary care needs. We’re happy to help!

Mar 01
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Preventing Doggy Boredom

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Does your canine buddy spend a lot of time home alone while you are at work? As much as we would love to abide by our pets’ wishes, and spend all of our time offering belly rubs and ear scritches, most of us have to leave our furry companions at home while we go off to work. Fido is both intelligent and playful, and can easily get bored with nothing to do. We can help! Read on for some great tips from a San Leandro, CA vet on ways to keep your pooch entertained while you’re off earning money for pet food, doggy toys, and treats.

Toys

Make sure your pup has plenty of toys to play with. Puzzle toys can keep Fido amused for hours! Kong toys are also great for beating the bored-doggy blues. Here is a fun DIY option: drop a cupcake tin on the floor, upside down, and put a few pieces of kibble between the slots. Your four-legged friend will have a blast getting his snack! Remember to swap your furry buddy’s toys out regularly, so he doesn’t get bored with them.

Window View

Just like cats, dogs often like to look outdoors and see what is going on. Offer Fido a safe, comfortable spot, so he can supervise the neighborhood cats and squirrels and create nose art on your window.

Games

This one will have to wait until you get home, but why not play some games with your furry friend? Put a treat in one hand, and make Fido pick which hand has the treat. Tag, tug-o-war, and fetch are more good options. Scavenger hunts are also lots of fun for our canine pals.

Play Sessions

Before you head off for work, take your pup on a long walk, and spend a few minutes playing with him. A vigorous round of fetch will burn off Fido’s excess zing. Afterwards, your furry pal will probably be ready for a nice, long nap. This will help the time pass more quickly for him.

Entertainment Options

Turn a TV or radio on for Fido before you leave. The sound of voices and music will help keep your canine companion from feeling lonely. You can even find programs made just for dogs!

As your San Leandro, CA animal clinic, we are here to serve all your pet’s veterinary care needs. Please contact us anytime.