WELCOME TO PETLIFE ^CA™

WELCOME TO PETLIFE^CA™

A Canadian community for dog and cat lovers

A Canadian community
for dog and cat lovers

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Welcome to Petlife^CA™

An engaging place for those who have a particular connection with animals! Explore our growing collection of informative and compelling articles that are trustworthy and accessible. These articles cover a wide range of topics that will facilitate the care of your pets to give them the best life possible.

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The Chronicles

YOUR EXCLUSIVE PET CARE NEWSLETTER

Informative Articles on Pet Health & Lifestyle + Exciting Competitions

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The Chronicles

YOUR EXCLUSIVE PET CARE NEWSLETTER

Informative Articles on Pet Health & Lifestyle + Exciting Competitions

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025
CATS MAY EAT GRASS TO CLEAR HAIRBALLS, LIKE UNCLOGGING A DRAIN
Cat owners are no strangers to the odd and sometimes unpleasant behaviours of their feline companions — like finding surprise hairballs or catching them snacking on grass or houseplants. While these habits may seem unrelated (or just plain strange), a new study suggests they might be closely connected. >>

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
ALMOST HALF OF CANADIANS TRAVEL WITH UNRESTRAINED PETS IN CARS: SURVEY
Whether you’re heading out on a road trip with the family or running a quick errand, it’s important not to forget about the safety of your furry companions. >>

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025
WHAT OWNING A CAT DOES TO YOUR BRAIN (AND THEIRS)
Cats may be known for their independence and aloof charm, but science is revealing something deeper beneath their calm exterior: a unique bond with humans, powered by brain chemistry. >>

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ALLERGIES IN PETS ARE REAL, Our pets’ allergic reactions could easily be overlooked since nibbling at their extremities and occasional scratching are often the norm. >>

TAKING CARE OF YOUR CAT’S HEALTH, Some cat owners might wonder when their pets need a visit to the veterinary. >>

TAKING CARE OF YOUR DOG’S HEALTH, Some dog owners might wonder when their pets need a visit to the veterinary. >>

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DOG FEATURES

TIPS FOR DOG NUTRITION

Ensuring proper nutrition for your dog is crucial for their health and wellbeing.

HOW TO INTRODUCE A CAT AND DOG

Introducing a cat and dog can be a rewarding experience for everyone involved …

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ZOONOTIC DISEASES

A zoonotic disease is a type of disease that passes from an animal or insect to a human.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF PAIN IN DOGS?

Pain in dogs is a tricky thing, because it's not always obvious ...

DIABETES IN DOGS

Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus in dogs, is a chronic disease caused when the body cannot properly respond to the hormone insulin ...

THE IMPORTANCE OF PETS IN OUR LIVES

Pets are part of our everyday lives and play a key role in human health and recovery.

LYME DISEASE AND TICKS

Ticks can transmit a number of diseases including Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever ...

RABIES DIAGNOSIS, PREVENTION & THE VALUE OF VACCINATION

Rabies is a dangerous, fatal viral disease that can be contracted by animals and humans.

DEMODEX IN DOGS

Demodex canis is a small mite that lives in the hair follicles and associated sebaceous glands of dogs.

CAT FEATURES

HOW TO RESPECT YOUR CAT

Did you know that 28 March is Respect Your Cat Day?

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic disease characterised by elevated blood sugar (glucose) levels.

THE MANAGEMENT AND PREVENTION OF DIABETES IN CATS

While there may not be a cure for diabetes in cats, it can be managed quite successfully.

FELINE LEUKEMIA

All it takes to spread Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is contact with bodily fluids from an infected animal.

DIABETES MELLITUS IN CATS

When a cat develops DM, glucose cannot enter the cells; therefore, muscles and organs do not get the fuel needed to function, and blood glucose levels remain abnormally high.

WHAT ARE PET VACCINES AND WHY ARE THEY IMPORTANT?

Apart from helping to keep your pets safe and healthy, they also work against the spreading of dangerous (and some deadly) diseases.

WHY CATS BECOME OBESE AND WHAT YOU CAN DO ABOUT IT

The number of overweight cats is increasing and this is leading to an increase in illnesses.

FELINE OWNER BROCHURE

Cats can hide pain and illness as a protective mechanism.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR IDENTIFYING CAT WORMS

Whether cats live indoors or spend time outdoors, the may become host to internal parasites.

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