​Having a cat or dog can be good for your health both physically and mentally. Can lower blood pressure, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels, reduce stress, depression, and decrease anxiety to higher self-esteem, and improve immune response. Some other studies have found that animals can reduce loneliness, and boost your mood. Pets do know when you're sick. They also can recognize our facial expressions.

​This condition also known as fatty liver syndrome occurs when triglycerides accumulate within the liver cells and obstruct the organ’s function. Hepatic lipidosis is a secondary consequence of some other underlying condition, such as obesity, diabetes, cancer, hyperthyroidism, pancreatitis, kidney disease, or another type of liver problem. In the anorexic cat, excessive amounts of fat move to the liver from storage areas throughout the body to compensate for the lack of fat that would normally be consumed via its food. The liver is unable to process this excessive intake of fat, so it collects in the animal’s liver cells. It is crucially important to identify the underlying condition responsible for hepatic lipidosis and to initiate appropriate therapy for that condition without delay. Signs to look for: jaundiced, yellowish tinge in the skin, gums, and ears, lethargy, weakness, vomiting, and behavioral changes.
Consult your veterinarian as soon as possible.

Hair loss is also known as alopecia. If your pet is losing a large amount of hair, you should consult your veterinarian. If you notice bald patches, inflammation, and scaling skin, you should immediately consult a vet. Pollen and other airborne allergen as well as fleas and other biting insects are the real culprits. They cause constant itching, irritation, and inflammation. Your dog may suffer from fungal and bacterial infections. This infection can also be the underlying cause of alopecia. The affected area will be inflamed, scaly, and crusty. 

Food items could be causing allergic symptoms in your pet, change the diet. Dogs are allergic to wheat, corn, eggs, soy, and chicken. Bathe your dog with soap-free or medicated shampoo from your vet, which can help ward off bacterial and fungal infections. Your vet will diagnose if it is a hormone imbalance.

Cats that are playful and curious can expend unwanted energy by exploring. Cats also enjoy going up and down the ramps, wheels, climbing levels, scratching posts, etc. It is a safe way to be outdoors and be able to watch the birds, and squirrels, breathe fresh air, and be in the sunshine. 

I have attached a link to do it your self outdoor enclosure that is maintenance-free.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1JS-WA68skw

​Aggressive behavior can also be an indication of health issues. Aggression in cats includes hissing, growling, swatting, biting, exposed claws, an open mouth, or a stiff stance. What to look for is the cat's body language ears are pressed back or flattened, whiskers are upturned or angled forward, and tail is twitching or bristled, pointing to a potential aggressive outburst. Cat aggression is the second most common behavioral issue in felines. You need to find out what is causing the behavior and evaluate the situation that caused the behavior.

In a medical condition, the cat is in pain and will lash out at humans and animals.
Environment that is not safe, the cat can feel threatened, and cats like alone time to relax. Be sure your cat has enough space in a safe place to relax. Defensive signs when in fear are, flattened ears, tucked tail, hissing, spitting, growling biting, or scratching.

Herbs are a natural way to help provide your cat with a calming sensation, like catnip, silver vine, and valerian root. Bach Rescue Remedy is a natural remedy to calm the cat while traveling when there is a stressful event or loud noises. Approach the cat from the side so you're less threatening. Give the cat treats or catnip.

​Most of the time, negative behavior can be fixed is best if you catch it early on.
Aggression can be reduced by getting your cat neutered or spayed. It is imperative not to console an aggressive cat, as this may be perceived as approval of aggression, do not show fear.

Pet Hamsters originated in Southeast Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The popular pet hamster in the United States is the Syrian hamster also called the Teddy Bear hamster or Golden hamster. The Syrian hamster is a larger breed of pet hamster, reaching 6-7 inches in length and weighing 90-140 grams. They are typically friendly and will warm up to new owners with time. Syrian hamsters don't do well in pairs it is best to keep them as solo pets. Makes a great family pet easy to care for, very docile and affectionate.

Average Syrian breed hamsters live about 18-36 months more likely to live longer than dwarf varieties. Syrian hamsters commonly suffer from heart disease, amyloidosis, and pneumonia. With proper diet and care, these diseases can be mitigated. Talk to your veterinarian about the best diet for your hamster. Fresh water should be provided every day. It is best to provide a bottle with a stainless-steel sipper tube. For the Syrian hamster minimum amount of floor space needed is 900 square inches, height should be 24 inches. Hamster cages have a tank base and a wire top. The ideal cage allows plenty of space for burrowing, exercising, and hiding. The best toys for the hamster wheels, non-toxic chew toys, wood toys as long as the wood is chemical and pesticide-free, not pressure-treated or painted. No wood from cedar or evergreen trees, which can cause respiratory irritation.

1/2  Peanut butter
1/2  Cup dry milk
1  Tabs. Honey
2  Tabs. crushed  graham cracker crust crumbs

Mix peanut butter with dry milk add honey divide dough into desire pieces sprinkle with graham cracker crumbs on both size. Ready to eat. Refrigerate or frieze.

​Pets are attracted to bright lights, shining ornaments, and dangling tinsel, decorations can be hazardous to pets. Use an enclosed tree stand, base pine tree water can be poisonous. Be sure the tree is secured to the wall with strong wire because a toppling tree can cause serious injuries to cats and dogs.
Twinkling lights and electrical wiring pose a significant danger by ingestion or contact. When you are not home or around unplug lights and electrical decorations. Pets should be confined away from any room containing a lit Hanukkah menorah, or candles.
Keep plants out of pet's reach like poisonous, berries of the mistletoe, hibiscus, holly, Christmas roses, and poinsettia.
Milk chocolate can cause a pet upset stomach, and dark baker's chocolate, and chocolate gold coins contain high levels of theobromine and caffeine. Ingesting those types of chocolate could be fatal.
The foil wrappers on chocolate gold coins can also cause intestinal issues if digested.
Xylitol sugar substitute causes a dog's blood sugar to drop quickly. It can also cause liver failure if not treated properly.
Macadamia nuts if digested dogs experience severe weakness in their back legs, appearing paralyzed. Takes 3 days to recover from this condition.
Bread dough when the dog ingested it continues to rise, causing an intestinal blockage.

​When choosing to get a ferret you should think about their longevity and specific needs. Ferrets are good for some families. Ferrets in captivity typically live 4-6 years, female ferrets may have 2-3 litters a year and are full size at 6-7 months. Ferrets are usually spayed or neutered at six weeks old.
The more uncommon or unique the color and pattern the more likely to have genetic issues that make them sick and affect their lifespan. The ferrets with white on the head may be deaf at birth.
Proper care is required like nutrition, and veterinary to lead a healthy life. Ferrets are carnivores they need a high protein, low carbohydrate diet with the correct vitamins and nutrients. Ferrets explore their environment with their mouths by biting and tasting new objects. Houseproofing is needed, remove anything that could hurt them like electrical cords and high surfaces. Ferrets will steal and hide food items and eat items too big for their stomach. Always supervise ferrets when outside of their cage.
Allow 3-4 hours a day of supervised play outside of the cage. Train your ferret to use the litter box. Brush teeth daily. The cage should be 3 ft X 3 ft. Provide them with hammocks, toys, ladders, and a place to hide.

​Eating turkey or the skin sometimes even a small amount can cause a life-threatening condition in pets known as pancreatitis. Foods that are healthy for people are poisonous to pets. Keep away from fatty foods that are hard for animals to digest including onions, raisins, and grapes. Buy Thanksgiving treats for pets. Chocolate can be harmful to pets. The artificial sweetener xylitol can be deadly if consumed by a dog or cat. Yeast dough causes problems for pets, painful gas, and potentially dangerous bloating.
Keep the trash away from your pets behind a locked door.
Keep decorative plants away some flowers can be toxic to pets.
If you believe your pet has eaten something it shouldn't have call your vet or the ASPCA Poison Control Hotline at 888-426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline at 855-764-7661. Signs to look for vomiting, diarrhea, pain, depression, and changes in behavior.