Introducing a new pet can be stressful

#MiddleburyCT #NewPet #Cat #Dog DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I recently adopted a year-old puppy. “Max” is a friendly, well-socialized dog, and during the trial stay a month ... Continue Reading →

Why is my cat scratching so much?

#MiddleburyCT #Cat #Scratching #Shedding #Infection #Fleas DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I noticed that my long-haired cat, Charlie, is scratching many times per day. He also is shedding ... Continue Reading →

Acid reflux can cause digestive issues

#MiddleburyCT #Dogs #Heatstroke DEAR PAW’S CORNER: In regard to your recent article on a cat’s constant vomiting: I had the same issue with my cat. Stella was vomiting once ... Continue Reading →

Cat resents dog visitor

#MiddleburyCT #Dogs #Heatstroke DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I periodically dog-sit for a neighbor, keeping her small Beagle, Downy, at my house while she travels. The problem is my cat, ... Continue Reading →

Cat’s frequent vomiting cause for concern

#MiddleburyCT #Vomiting #Cat DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My 10-year-old shorthaired cat Vic has always had a sensitive stomach. About once a week, he would vomit right after eating. However, ... Continue Reading →

Thunderstorm frightens cat

#MiddleburyCT #Thunderstorm #Anxiety DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Yesterday, we had a pretty big thunderstorm roll through. My 8-year-old cat, Sphinx, is normally never afraid of anything. ... Continue Reading →

Pink tears from cat is normal

#MiddleburyCT #PinkTears #Cats #OlderCat DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I adopted an older cat recently. Chuck is a joy and has settled into the household without a problem. However, I’ve ... Continue Reading →

Find right food bowl for older cat

#MiddleburyCT #Cat #FoodBowl DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I hope this advice helps other cat owners. My cat, Ferris, is 13 years old, and while he’s generally healthy, he does have ... Continue Reading →

Having a pet is good for seniors

#MiddleburyCT #Seniors #Pets The studies are clear: Owning a pet is good for us. For those of us who stay home much of the time, having a pet can be a boon to our physical and mental ... Continue Reading →

Prepare a bug-out bag for pets

#Middlebury #Hurricanes #Pets DEAR PAW’S CORNER: As the U.S. enters the most active period of the year for hurricanes, it’s important to make sure we’re prepared in ... Continue Reading →