By Dr. Fiona, a veterinarian and writer for Pets Best, a dog insurance and cat insurance agency.
About the British Shorthair
Weight: 9-18lb (Females are typically smaller than males)
Points of conformation: Heavy set with a broad chest and short thick limbs and a large round head. Short muzzle with prominent whisker pads.
Coat: Water-repellent coat is short, dense and soft. Minimal undercoat.
Color: Any color is accepted except lavender, chocolate and Himalayan.
Grooming needs: low
Origin: British Isles
Behavior Traits: Quiet and undemanding.
Is a British Shorthair cat right for You?
Watch one cat and thirteen dogs enjoy a human-like holiday feast. We dare you to watch this without laughing. Happy Holidays!
In this heartwarming video, watch Derby’s face light up as he enjoys running for the first time, with the help of 3D printed prosthetics!
By Dr. Tracy McFarland, a practicing veterinarian for 30 years, focusing exclusively on cats for the past 20 years. Dr. McFarland also writes for the cat health insurance agency, Pets Best.
What are you going to get for the love of your life? The holidays are coming and your cat deserves more than the everyday treats he or she gets. First, what not to get: no Christmas sweaters, ugly or otherwise, please.
1. Climbing Tree
Instead, how about a wonderful climbing tree that you can place next to a window? You can find a cat tree to fit any size residence, budget, and most importantly, cat. If you have multiple cats, think multiple perches of varying heights, especially if one or more of your cats is young and athletic. A one-cat household consisting of an older, sedentary cat might opt for a simple shorter tree with just one comfortable curving shelf.
2. Heated Pet Bed
Another great gift is a heated pet bed, especially if your cat is older or has very short, fine fur. I bought a heated pet bed warmer that I can use in any of our cat beds, and my cats love it, especially my 14 year old cat, Jake. He’s a little arthritic, and the warmth helps keep him comfortable and mobile. Please use a warming pad designed for cats, as human heating pads are not safe for cats and can cause serious burns.
3. Teaser Wand
A Chesapeake Bay Retriever.
Dr. Marc is a veterinarian and writer for Pets Best, a dog insurance and cat insurance agency.
About the Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Height (to base of neck): females 21-24″ males 23-26″
Weight: females 55-70 lb, males 65-80 lb
Origin: United States
Coat: Dense, coarse, wavy double coated, with soft woolly inner coat and glossy coarse guard hairs. Water resistant.
Life Expectancy: 10-12 years
Energy level: Moderate to high
Exercise needs: Moderate to high
Breed Nicknames: Chessie
Is a Chesapeake Bay Retriever the Right Dog Breed for You?
The Chesapeake has been bred to hunt and fetch ducks and the coat color is meant to blend in with their surroundings. They have excellent retrieving skills and can withstand extreme weather and harsh conditions. They tend to be more dominant, territorial and aggressive than other retrievers. They are intelligent and willing to work. Shyness and over-protectiveness are discouraged in breeding lines. They require some grooming and have high need for activity and exercise.
Common Illnesses, Medical Conditions and Accidents for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever