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Kaķu aprūpe
Feature article behavior and appearance
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Why your kitten scratches | Hill's Pet
Scratching and climbing is natural behavior for you cat - it doesn
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Cats in heat | Hill's Pet
Learn about why you cat is in heat and how to prevent a cat from being, in heat from your friends at Hills Pet Nutrition.
Feature article health care
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Is your cat putting on weight? | Hill's Pet
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of cat obesity and weight management in cats and the conditions that affect on your cat
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Important Information on FLUTD & Urinary Tract Infections in Cats | Hill's Pet
Urinary tract infections (FLUTD) can kill your cat. Know these 4 facts about feline urinary tract infections, the symptoms, and when to call your vet.
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Dealing with hairballs | Hill's Pet
Learn the cause of hairballs in cats, whether they
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What causes weight gain? | Hill's Pet
Being overweight puts a cat at risk for developing many serious health issues. Weight gain indicates an increase in body fat and usually results when your cat eats too much and exercises too little.
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How to deal with your pet’s upset stomach | Hill's Pet
Learn to see the signs of an upset stomach in your cat, understand the triggers and explore some possible solutions.
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Meet the vet | Hill's Pet
A comprehensive health check for your kitten at six months is an important step toward ensuring a long, healthy, life.
Feature article new pet parent
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Kaķu saimnieki: jaunā kaķa atvešana mājās
Ja viss, kas saistīts ar būšanu par kaķa saimnieku, jums ir pilnīgi svešs, droši vien jūtaties apmulsis/-usi. Arī tad, ja jaunais mincis nav jums pirmais, jauna kaķa adoptēšana var būt gan aizraujoša, gan mulsinoša.
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Kāpēc būtu jāapsver doma adoptēt kaķi no dzīvnieku patversmes
Adoptējot kaķi, jūs ne tikai iegūstat labāko draugu, jūs varat izglābt arī kaķa dzīvību. Visā ASV patversmēs dzīvo aptuveni 3,4 miljoni kaķu, kuri gaida uz adopciju, tā vēstī Amerikas dzīvnieku aizsardzības biedrība(ASPCA – American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).
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The pick of the litter | Hill's Pet
If you are choosing your kitten from a litter, a few simple tips can help you pick well. Take your time and ask lots of questions.
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Adopting an Adult Cat | Hill's Pet
Understand how adopting an adult cat from a shelter is different than adopting a cat, and what to expect when you bring her home for the first time.
Feature article nutrition and feeding
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How and When To Feed Your Adult Cat? | Hill's Pet
There are three common ways to feed a cat. Each way has its advantages and disadvantages.
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Vegānu kaķu barība kaķiem – gaļēdājiem?
Kaķi ir gaļēdāji pēc savas dabas, un, neskatoties uz to, ka veģetāriešu dzīvesveids ir pieņemams ģimenes locekļiem – cilvēkiem, dot kaķim veģetāru vai vegānu barību nav laba doma.
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Introducing a new food | Hill's Pet
Now that your kitten is nearly a full grown cat you should start to think about transitioning her from her regular kitten food, to a more grown-up food more suited to her needs.
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Kittens Need Proper Nutrition From The Word Go | Hill's Pet
Learn how to identify the kitten food that aligns with her nutritional needs so you can keep her active and healthy as she grows up.
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Cat treats are a fun subject for you and your cat! | Hill's Pet
We all love giving our furry friends a special treat now and then - learn how to do so without compromising the health of your cat.
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Kitten Foods | Hill's Pet
Selecting the right food for you,r kitten is a key to quality nutrition and a long, healthy life. Learn more about how to select the right kitten food.
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How a kitten's nutritional needs differ from ours? | Hill's Pet
In a study of homemade pet foods, more than 90 percent of foods were found to be nutritionally unbalanced and incomplete for pets.
Feature article routine care
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Toxic houseplants | Hill's Pet
Learn about common houseplants that can be dangerous or poisonous to cats. Get tips on how to keep your cat safe around houseplants.
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Meeting The Housemates | Hill's Pet
If you already have a cat at home, she's likely to become territorial when your new kitten arrives.
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Vaccinating your kitten | Hill's Pet
Your new kitten will start life with some natural immunity from diseases from her mum, but as this wears off you'll need to have her vaccinated to keep her healthy.
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Travelling with your kitten | Hill's Pet
Creating an enriched environment for your senior cat can increase activity and mental stimulation, and reduces potential behavior problems.
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Microchipping | Hill's Pet
Your kitten shouldn't be allowed outside the home until she's completed her first course of vaccinations.
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What's your kittens idea of a nice break? | Hill's Pet
Everyone loves a holiday. Or do they? Many cats really don't like travelling, but if they get used to it from an early age it's not normally a problem.
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Seasonal Advice | Hill's Pet
The changing seasons bring new adventures for your kitten, but also certain hazards.
Feature article tools and resources
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Caring for your kitten's new teeth | Hill's Pet
Brushing your kitten's teeth is not as difficult as you might think; if you start early and use a special cat toothpaste that she likes, your kitten will even look forward to it.
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Five tips to stop cats from scratching up the furniture | Hill's Pet
Learn how to build an easy, homemade DIY cat scratching post using items around your house! She
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“Smile!” How to take the perfect picture of your cat | Hill's Pet
Dedicated cat lovers are so proud of the relationship they have with their cats, they embrace the term "crazy cat owners" with open arms.
Feature article training
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Desmit vienkārši padomi par kaķēnam droša mājokļa izveidi
Vai vedīsit mājās jaunu kaķi? Kaķēnam droša mājokļa izveide ir svarīga, lai jūsu jaunais pūkainais draugs nesagrauztu, neapēstu un nesaskrāpētu neko neatļautu. Ja kaķis ir pieaudzis, iespējams, ka viņš darīs mazāk blēņu, taču vienalga ir jārod veids, kā pasargāt mēbeles no šī mājas iemītnieka.
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Are cats trainable? | Hill's Pet
Discover more on kitten training and training a kitten with Hill
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Cat and baby | Hill's Pet
How will your cat react to having a new arrival in the house and how do you ensure cat and baby get along?
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Toilet training your kitten | Hill's Pet
Cats are naturally very clean and chances are your kitten will already have learned how to use the litter box from her mother before she comes to live with you.
Suņu aprūpe
Feature article behavior and appearance
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Kā suņi izrāda savu pieķeršanos saimniekiem pēc ilgas prombūtnes
Ja kādreiz esat devies/-usies ceļojumā bez suņa, tad vispatīkamākā atgriešanās daļa ir redzēt, cik ļoti suns par to priecājas.
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Separation-Anxiety | Hill's Pet
Your love is a primary source of happiness for your dog.
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Managing your puppy when she is in season | Hill's Pet
If your female puppy hasn
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Managing your puppy around a female puppy in season | Hill's Pet
Puppy, ,kitten and pet dieting, cat nutrition and dog nutrition information from Hill
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Puppy psychology | Hill's Pet
Learn how to read your puppy
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Why does your puppy bark? | Hill's Pet
Learn the reasons why puppies bark and whine, and how you can train them to stop the unnecessary barking.
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Recognizing Common Signs of Aging in Your Dog | Hill's Pet
Understand the warning signs and key indicators that your dog is getting old and starting to feel his or her age, and how you can help.
Feature article health care
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Skin Allergies | Hill's Pet
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of Allergic Dermatitis disease and other skin conditions in dogs.
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Gastrointestinal & Digestive Disorders in Dogs: Types & Causes | Hill's Pet
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of Gastrointestinal (GI) disorders and diseases that affect a dog
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Urinary Problems & Bladder Stones in Dogs | Hill's Pet
Learn about the warning sign,s, symptoms, and treatments of urolithiasis in dogs and the affect on your pet
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Is Your Dog in Good Shape? | Hill's Pet
How can you tell if your dog is overweight? First, your veterinarian will weigh your dog at his regular check-ups. Between check-ups, place your hands on his side - are his ribs hard to feel or even impossible to feel? If so, he is likely overweight.
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First aid tips | Hill's Pet
Get advice on how to provide your dog with proper first aid for a variety of injuries including burns, cuts, bites, heatstroke, and more.
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Does dry nose mean sick dog? | Hill's Pet
Concerned owners frequently ask if a dry nose means a sick dog, and the short answer is no. There are any many reasons for your dog to have a dry warm nose that have nothing to do with his health.
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What are the signs of food allergies? | Hill's Pet
Learn about the warning signs, symptoms, and treatments of pet food allergies and food intolerance in dogs and the affect on your pet
Feature article new pet parent
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A He or She? | Hill's Pet
You’ve decided on your breed of dog; now you must decide whether to have a male or a female (bitch).
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Bringing your puppy home | Hill's Pet
Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting time, a few important tips will help this process go smoothly.
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First three months | Hill's Pet
Learn how to provide your puppy the care he needs in his first 3 months to grow up stong, healthy, and social.
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Adolescent puppies can be challenging | Hill's Pet
Puppies can grow into adolescents much like humans grow to become teenagers. Learn the challenges associated with this change in your puppy.
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Introducing the collar and lead | Hill's Pet
Selecting the right leas,h, collar and identification for your new puppy is a big decision and should not be taken lightly, here are some tips.
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Health problems you can't vaccinate against | Hill's Pet
While vaccinations can help guard your dog or puppy against a range of health problems, there are some common dog health problems that can
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Puppies don't come with a set of instructions | Hill's Pet
A new puppy in the house is fun and exciting, but just like a new baby, he doesn
Feature article nutrition and feeding
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Feeding your puppy | Hill's Pet
How, when and what to feed your new puppy is an important decision, learn more about the things to consider for feeding your puppy.
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Tips & Methods For Switching Dog Foods | Hill's Pet
It is important that your dog switch dog food gradually from his current dog food to avoid digestive upset or tummy trouble.
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How and when to feed your Puppy? | Hill's Pet
Learn the importance of feeding your puppy or adult dog the right amount of food at proper intervals and find out what feeding method is best for your dog.
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The risks of excessive salt intake | Hill's Pet
Understand the importance of salt in your dog
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How to Handle Dogs That are Picky Eaters | Hill's Pet
You feed tasty and nutritious dog food, yet your dog only sniffs and licks at it. It’s time for the next meal, but the previous meal still isn’t finished. You might have a finicky dog!
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Vajadzības uztura jomā no kucēna līdz pat seniora vecumam
Kad paņēmāt savu pirmo suni, jūs veltījāt laiku, lai veiktu izpēti un aprunātos ar veterinārārstu par suņa vajadzībām uztura jomā, un tikai tad izvēlējāties, kādu barību dosit savam sunim.
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Mixing pet foods | Hill's Pet
Learn why comparing wet vs. dry dog food doesn
Feature article play and exercise
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Playing with your dog | Hill's Pet
If you have a Great Dane, Greyhound, Boxer or other large or giant breed dog, there’s probably nothing you both enjoy more than getting outside and exercising together. It helps keep both of you healthy while building your relationship as well.
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Learning through play | Hill's Pet
Puppies learn through play, so you can help them understand the world a little better by following our helpful tips for safe puppy play.
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Choosing the Best Toys for Your Dog | Hill's Pet
The toys you give your dog should be of the appropriate shape, size and condition. This article is designed to provide pet owners with the criteria necessary to choose the appropriate kind of dog toys essential for enjoyment and safety.
Feature article routine care
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Are your Dog’s Bad Habits Stomach Churning? | Hill's Pet
Dogs are naturally curious. That can mean that they sniff out all sorts of things they shouldn’t - spoiled food, decomposing carcasses and discarded human snacks – and sometimes they even take a bite or two, just to see how this odd smelling thing might taste.
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Seasonal | Hill's Pet
Throughout the weeks and months of your puppy's first, formative year, he'll encounter a vast variety of experiences, most of them happy and pleasant, but not all.
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Dog Interaction | Hill's Pet
The key to your dog interacting with other dogs, or socialisation, is familiarity and experience. You should expose your dog to as many positive experiences, with as many different people, places and animals as you can.
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Dog teeth cleaning – our 4 tips to keep your dog’s teeth healthy | Hill's Pet
Like us, it’s essential to keep your dog’s teeth clean and healthy. So we’re giving you our 4 top tips to help you do just that.
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Benefits of Neutering Your Dog | Hill's Pet
Learn everything you need to know about neutering or spaying your puppy including benefits to your puppy and society and addressing any worries you have.
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Keeping your puppy healthy | Hill's Pet
Get helpful tips on how to keep your puppy healthy including oral and ear care, puppy stress prevention, and more.
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How to groom and bath your dog | Hill's Pet
Get step-by-step instructions on how to properly groom and bath your dog to help keep them healthy and clean.
Feature article tools and resources
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Helping people with companion dogs | Hill's Pet
Companion dogs play a vital role in helping people become more socially aware and develop fine motor skills. Learn more about how companion dogs help here.
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People with allergies and dogs | Hill's Pet
Dogs and people with allergies can live together. This article provides information for understanding pet allergies, what to do in the home to limit allergies, and if there is such a thing as a hypoallergenic dog.
Feature article training
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Dog and new baby…getting along famously | Hill's Pet
Puppy, kitten and pet dieting, cat nutrition and dog nutrition information from Hill
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Behaviour training for your puppy | Hill's Pet
Puppy, kitten and pet dieting, cat nutrition and dog nutrition information from Hill
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Teaching Your Puppy: Obedience Training Basics | Hill's Pet
Obedience training for your puppy requires a good plan of consistent short sessions. Learn more from the Hill
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Stamping out aggressive behaviour | Hill's Pet
Avoid your innocent puppy turning into an aggressive dog by learning the causes of aggression in dogs and how you can train to stamp out this behavior.
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Early Training | Hill's Pet
Discover more on puppy training and training a puppy with Hill
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How do I stop my dog barking? | Hill's Pet
Learn the reasons why puppies bark and whine, and how you can train them to stop the unnecessary barking.