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Cats scratch furniture for a number of reasons. Scratching is a good form of exercise for them. They get to stretch out their bodies and extend and retract their nails. When they scratch, the movements help remove the outer nail sheaths. Cats also scratch to leave visual and olfactory (scent) markers. Their interdigital glands, which are located between the pads of their paws, leave odors behind so that other cats know that the “marker” cat has been in the area. When cats scratch objects, they also leave small gouges, which are visual signals to other cats that there is a…

The bacteria from periodontal disease can spread to other organs and cause illnesses. More than 70 percent of cats and dogs over four years old are affected by periodontal disease — you don’t want your four-legged companion to become part of that alarming statistic. Here are five steps to help your pet’s teeth and gums remain healthy: 1. Beware of Bad Breath If a musky scent is coming from your pets mouth, don’t ignore it! This could be a warning sign that she has periodontal disease or another oral disease such as stomatitis, a common feline condition that causes painful…

One of the best weapons in the fight against pet periodontal disease is actually a very simple tool: a toothbrush. Some pet owners giggle, groan or roll their eyes when their veterinarian tells them they should be brushing their pets’ teeth. The idea of sticking a bristled brush into the mouth of a dog or cat does seem kind of comical — or like a huge hassle. And daily? Who has the time? Well, suppose you didn’t brush your own teeth for several years. Can you imagine how much plaque and tartar would build up on your teeth? Periodontal disease…