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Pet House

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Whether your pet lives inside or outside the house, it requires a safe, cozy place they can retreat to and feel safe. If a pet lives outdoors, it needs a house to protect it from predators such as coyotes and extreme weather. The pet house should be customized to fit the needs of the animal and should be located in a draught-free, dry, warm area. Cats While some people believe that cats are better off outdoors, the Humane Society of the United States says that cats are happier and healthier indoors. When left outside, cats usually adapt quickly and start foraging for themselves by hunting small prey such as birds, insects, and mice. Their ability to become independent when left outside for a long also make them prone to straying from home. Unfortunately, leaving your cat outside reduces its lifespan drastically. Studies show that cats living outdoors have a lifespan of approximately two years unlike a cat staying indoors which is likely to live longer than 10 years. Domestic cats have

Pet Keeping Basics: Cats and Dogs

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  Many people like keeping dogs and cats due to their love of furry, four-legged company. While keeping pets is fun as they can brighten your day with their undivided love and attention, it is important to note that these animals have basic needs such as food,  shelter, medical care, and general wellness. Food Just like human beings, pets need food to grow, develop, and thrive. The food must meet their nutritional requirements to keep them healthy. You can opt to use home-cooked food or commercial food. Commercial dog and cat foods are categorized as dry, canned, and semi-moist. These classifications depend on the moisture content and method used to make them. Each of those categories is formulated to provide the necessary quantities of nutrients to the respective pets. Dog food should not be substituted for cat food or cats fed with dog food. Why? Because each of these animals has unique nutritional needs. Dogs are normally versatile and can eat most cat foods, but cats should not eat