How many times a day does a cat eat?
If you have a cat at home or are thinking of getting one, you’ve probably asked yourself this question: how many times a day does a cat eat? And not only that: what are the best times to feed a cat? How much food should I feed it? Can I always leave food at its […]
Canine arthritis and osteoarthritis: symptoms and treatments – Picart Petcare
Don’t think that osteoarthritis and arthritis are only suffered by the elderly. Dogs also suffer from osteoarthritis and arthritis. But are osteoarthritis and arthritis the same thing? What are the symptoms? And what are the treatments? In this post we solve all your doubts and give answers to these questions. What is the difference between […]
Dogs for children. Which breeds are the most suitable?
Having a dog is the desire of the majority of children. In a dog, children see a friend to play with, a faithful companion who adores you unconditionally, a pet that gives you affection and companionship… But a dog is all that and much more. The dog will be one of the family (and this […]
15 surprising things you didn’t know about dogs
Dogs are extraordinary animals. The bond that is established between a dog and its family is difficult to surpass with any other animal species. Perhaps that is why in Spain there are more than 9 million dogs that form part of a family. But there are many things about dogs that you probably don’t know. […]
Obese and overweight cats. Tips to improve their lives
First of all, you should know that an overweight cat is one that weighs 10% more than what is recommended. And an obese cat is one that weighs more than 20% more than the ideal weight. If you think your cat may be in one of these two groups, it is important to see a […]
How does a cat change after sterilisation?
Most neutered cats have both behavioural and physical changes, some of which are positive, such as a more peaceful attitude towards other animals, and some of which can be negative if not anticipated, such as weight gain. After neutering, always on the advice of a vet of course, the most common changes a cat undergoes […]
10 sure-fire tricks to cool down a dog in hot weather
A constant and insistent panting, a dripping tongue, wet nose and pads… if you detect these symptoms in your dog, chances are that he is hot. And our pets suffer from the high summer temperatures, just like us. There are many tricks to make them more comfortable and cooler, and some of them will surprise […]
The positive effects of music on cats
Is it possible that certain music relaxes cats? The answer is yes, and it is not just a random answer, but has been confirmed by several scientific studies by renowned experts in animal ethology, who have determined that cats enjoy listening to certain types of music and have even demonstrated a direct relationship between the […]
How to prevent a dog from getting car sickness
Dogs getting car sickness is very common. It happens to 1 in 4 dogs, but if this is your case, you should know that there are tricks to minimise the effects of this discomfort and make the car journey smoother, both for the dog and for you. Now that the holidays are just around the […]
14 toxic foods for your dog
There are certain foods and substances that are harmful to your dog’s health. Some may cause discomfort, vomiting and diarrhoea. But others can be deadly for your dog. So you need to be aware of what your dog can and what must not eat, ever and under any circumstances. Although the advice is to choose […]