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LEOPARD HABITAT RENOVATION:
Renovations to the leopard den and yard are underway. The Amur leopard Sofiya has been moved to another behind-the-scenes location while this work takes place and will not be spotted by guests until the project is complete.
TREE CLOSED:
The Tree habitat in the Maryland Wilderness area is closed for renovation until spring. The reptiles and amphibians inside the tree , such as wood turtles and Eastern tiger salamanders, will not be viewable during this time. The giant tree slide can still be accessed by the stairs outside of the tree but may be closed at some…
Cat Care Guide: Top 5 Cat Care Mistakes to Avoid
Are you treating your cat right? Dr. Marty Becker's cat care guide details common mistakes cat owners make and explains why you may need to change your ways.
Dog and Cat Dental Care — 14 Frequently Asked Questions
Do you know how many teeth cats and dogs have? Are eating bones good or bad for dog's teeth? We answer your questions about cat and dog dental care.
Caring for Senior Dogs: What You Need to Know
As your dog ages, many of his basic needs, from diet to exercise, will begin to change. This guide will help you understand what it takes to keep your senior...
How To Send A Care Package To A Dog Serving Overseas
How Are We Doing With Cat Care?
Dr. Tony Buffington concludes his series of articles on "cat happiness" by giving us tools to help us tell whether or not our efforts are working.
How Caregivers Can Use Pet Therapy to Care for Their Loved One
My favorite cartoonist, the late Charles Schulz of Peanuts fame, wrote that, “Happiness is a warm puppy.” I wonder if he knew that happiness is just the start when it comes to enhancing the lives o…
How to Help Your Dog or Cat Enjoy His Senior Years
Learn more about how preventive care, feeding your dog or cat appropriate food, keeping him active and more can help your pet get the most from senior years.
5 Reasons You Should Thank a Vet Tech
Veterinary technicians are the unsung heroes of vet medicine, and they're a huge part of the care and love that your pet receives when he or she is at the cl...
Dental Care for Dogs: Tips and Tricks
Oral hygiene is an often-overlooked but important factor in your dog's overall health. Learn all tips and tricks for maintaining your dog's dental health in Animal Planet's Dog Dental Health Guide.
Caring for cats: Tips as your pet gets older
Taking care of your older feline means helping them with their daily health and sometimes helping to keep their stress levels down.
Is Bathing a Cat Really Necessary (or Just a Myth in Caring for Pets)?
“Bathing a cat is not the only grooming to consider when caring for your pet. Grooming a cat can and should involve other categories, too, such as nail care...”
Animals in Health Care Facilities? Consider These 6 Points
The interaction between humans and their animals has been an important part of people’s lives since the beginning of time. We instinctively know that our pets are good for us without needing the evidence that numerous current scientific studies are now investigating.
22 Dogs Who Simply Do Not Care About Your Silly Human Rules
Winter Poultry Care Tips
Whether you have chickens, ducks, geese or turkeys, poultry is well-equipped for winter weather and colder temperatures, but with a few easy steps you can help ensure their good health and happiness all winter long.<br>How Poultry Cares for Itself<br>When tempe
How to Care for a Sick Pet
Nobody likes catching a cold or a bout of the stomach flu. It makes the subsequent days very boring, sleepy and uncomfortable. If you can picture your favorite dog or cat in that position – or worse – then you know they’ll need your support. With your assistance, they’ll be healthy in no time. Be …
How to Care for a New Pet Rabbit
Getting a new pet rabbit can be fun, but it's important to understand that a rabbit needs time to adjust to its new home. It's your job to make sure that your rabbit has everything it need to make that adjustment as smooth as possible. The...
Adoptable Rabbits and How to Care for Them
There is an abundance of adoptable bunnies at MCAS. These gentle animals are curious, sweet, and make excellent pets with the right preparation. See adoptable rabbits. Learn how to keep them happy, healthy, adequately housed, and even litter-box trained.
How to Care For Feral or Neighborhood Cats as Temperatures Drop
You may have some cats in your neighborhood that have adopted you, or if you really understand the nature of these kitties, you know that they go where they get their food. Some of these cats have been lost, abandoned, or they may even be from a cat colony. Whether you call them alley cats or feral cats, these animals have likely found a way to your (admittedly bleeding) heart, despite their hissing and standoffish nature.
Tips on caring for an elderly guide dog
Want to know how to care for your elderly guide dog? Read these top tips on how to look after a retired but still much-loved assistance or guide dog.
How to care for older pets
Dr. Cheri Trusheim talks about what you need to think about when it comes to your older dogs and cats.
