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Black Cat Awareness Month
Black Cat Awareness Month: 6 Reasons to Adopt a Black Cat October is officially designated as Black Cat Awareness month. The month of October was chosen due to the long running myth that black cats are maliciously abused around Halloween. That has fortunately been debunked in the recent years, however it is true that black…
Food Aggression in Dogs: Management
Guarding (possessiveness) is a natural, normal behavior for dogs. Some dogs will guard any valued item or space: their food, food bowls, toys, treats, chewies, bones, beds, couches. But, object guarding can be dangerous if a dog sees a person as someone he needs to guard against. You can easily get bitten trying to take…
Holiday Gift Guide for Cat and Dog Lovers
Show your pet pride and support MAARC when you shop. Give when you gift: If you make a purchase from one of the links on this page, we may make a small commission, every penny of which goes directly to caring for animals in the East Tennessee region. #1 – Colorful Liquid Art Dog For…
Support MAARC While You Shop: 5 Ways to Help #MakeaMAARC
Hello from the Maryville Alcoa Animal Rescue Center! Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday, and Giving Tuesday holiday week is upon us. ? ? ? ? More than ever, this year, we’re thankful for you, our generous donors and adoptees without whom our mission would not be possible. All of us at MAARC…
Reasons to Adopt a Senior Cat
Adopting an older cat can bring a lot of joy to your household. If you see a senior cat in a rescue or shelter, it’s usually because something happened outside of his control. Most older cats just want to find a loving and safe home again. Here are seven reasons why bringing home an older cat can…
Fireworks and Dogs, Cats and Other Pets
Fireworks and Dogs, Cats and Other Pets For many people, the Fourth of July means fun and relaxation — enjoying a day off and watching fireworks. For some dogs, cats and other pets, though, fireworks displays can be stressful and anything but enjoyable. A pet’s reaction can range from mild (wanting to snuggle or…
Itchy Dog: Causes and Treatments
Do you have a dog who’s constantly scratching? The itchy dog is one of the most difficult problems to assess in veterinary medicine. It is often hard to find the underlying cause and even when found, it often involves lifelong therapy for the dog. Causes of itching in dogs Decades ago, the most common cause…
Caring for Diabetic Cats
Diabetes mellitus in cats is an endocrine disorder caused by decreased production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas. The endocrine system is the collection of glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction and sleep. Insulin is necessary for the cat’s body to utilize the food consumed….
FeLV Cats: FAQ
What is FeLV? FeLV stands for feline leukemia virus. As the name implies, it is a viral infection of cats that affects a cat’s immune system and bone marrow. How do cats get FeLV? The virus is typically spread from infected cats to non-infected cats through close personal contact, usually involving…
Diabetes in Cats: Types, Treatments and Prognosis
Diabetes mellitus in cats is an endocrine disorder caused by decreased production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas. The endocrine system is the collection of glands that produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction and sleep. Insulin is necessary for the cat’s body to utilize the food…