Monthly Archives: March 2024

0 Don’t Underestimate The Exercise You Get From Dog Walking

Walking your dog regularly? Don’t underestimate the exercise you get from dog walking!

Many say that when you get a dog, you’ll exercise more. Why? Because it’s a requirement for most, if not all dog breeds to have them walk at least 30 minutes a day. Although this time may vary depending on the type of dog, considering that sporting dogs will always require more exercise & stimulation.

But this saying does beg the question, do you really get any exercise from walking your dog? And if you technically do, does this exercise have any actual value to your health?

Answer is, Yes! For one thing, your dog is not the only one that’s moving; you’re also moving! Any sort of bodily movement – even if it’s as simple as walking – makes great exercise.

You’re outside, breathing the fresh air while enjoying the companionship of your furry friend. It’s a lot more stimulating compared to normal exercise, which you might find to be boring.

And another thing – even if dog walking only lasts, probably 20 or 30 minutes it’s still consistent.

Unlike with normal exercise, you can’t just suddenly stop walking your dog*. It’s one of their most important needs. With exercise, consistency is always the key!

*granted, this is the average dog. Some dogs may have health issues, or are disabled. Although those are the exceptions; not the standard. 

Dog Owners, if you need guidance on your dog’s health management do not hesitate to bring your pet to Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Message us here on our Facebook or Instagram account or call to book your appointment 0908-896-7113 (Viber too!) | 8896-6386 | 8896-2860 or email us for further information at makatidogandcathospital@gmail.com.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

0 Cat Lover: Why You Should Get A Cat

Are you a cat lover? Then read on to find out why you should get a cat!

Cats. Everybody always talks about how great dogs are, but what about cats?

Dog owners often like to say that cats are aloof and less affectionate. However, I’d argue that they’re just more independent and have a different method of showing affection. They’re just meant for a different type of character.

Now don’t take this as me turning this discourse into putting cats and dogs at odds with each other. I love both! It’s just, this time I want to express my appreciation for cats. So here are reasons why I think you’d love to have a cat:

Cat Lover: They’re independent

A cat’s independence makes them a lot more low maintenance! Perfect if you’re a busy student. They can be left alone for several hours, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t bond with them! It just means they know how to enjoy solitary time.

Subtle Affection

Many dog owners express their distaste for cats being “less affectionate.” But honestly, like dogs, cats are different from one another! Some cats can be as affectionate as a dog, licking their humans out of affection. But most often, cats show their affection through purring, grooming, or rolling around you! Cats also do this thing called “bunting” where they rub their head on you- it’s their way of showing trust.

Pest Control

In the olden days, cats were used to kill vermin. Despite their domestication, cats still have that killer instinct to kill pests. Cats are a great way of getting rid of roaches and rats without having to do the work yourself.

Calming Presence

Call me biassed, but I do genuinely feel calm when there’s a cat by my side. There’s just something so..serene and peaceful as they tuck their arms underneath themselves, close their eyes, and sway their tails.

Are you convinced? Then why not get a cat? Of course, there are considerations before you could just, impulsively decide to get a cat. Nonetheless, they are pets that are worth your time.

Pet Owners, if you need guidance on your cat’s health management do not hesitate to bring your pet to Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Message us here on our Facebook or Instagram account or call to book your appointment 0908-896-7113 (Viber too!) | 8896-6386 | 8896-2860 or email us for further information at makatidogandcathospital@gmail.com.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

0 Animal Cruelty on Social Media

Animal Cruelty on Social Media

There are billions of people on the internet – meaning there are loads of content. A lot of it is fun and cute stuff. But at the same time, the internet can be a dark place, full of videos and pictures depicting harm to animals, all for the sake of twisted and cruel minds of people who, for some reason, enjoy that type of stuff.

Sometimes, animal cruelty will be obvious- just as that infamous “cat in a blender video.”

But some animal harm videos are not as easy to catch for the uninformed.

There are many videos online which depict a prey animal with a predator animal being friendly with each other, or even showing “affection.”

For example, some videos such as this one depict the cat and rat being friends. Some videos show cats and dogs being affectionate with hamsters, or birds. These videos are surely cute.

But it’s important to remember that predator animals should never be left unattended with prey animals.

No matter how gentle, or domesticated housepets are, cats and dogs have always been predators in the food chain, coming from the same families as African Wildcats and Wolves respectively. When you see a dog or cat staring at a hamster, rat or bird, it may look cute. But on their end, it may be a prepared ambush. They will recognize prey behaviour and will act on it.

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Pet owners need to put disclaimers on their videos, warning the public about the dangers of putting predator and prey pets together. It’s also important for the general public to consume such media responsibly and intelligently.

And then there’s another genre of these animal abuse videos: Live feeding.

How many animals, such as reptiles and amphibians require live feeding? It’s just hard for some species to consume already dead animals.

However, some people post videos on YouTube of putting a hamster and a frog in a box, labeling it “educational.” Perhaps, to an extent, it may be educational. But to do it several times and to profit off the suffering of animals is ridiculous.

Hamsters are not frog food, and it can seriously harm the amphibian. And – it goes without saying – that the poor hamsters died stressed.

Now . . . what are you, as the viewer, supposed to do about this? The best thing you can do is to not engage with this sort of content. Any engagement (including liking and commenting) will promote such media on the algorithm.

Be Responsible Pet Owners. If you need guidance on your pet’s health, do not hesitate to bring your pet to Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Message us here on our Facebook or Instagram account or call to book your appointment 0908-896-7113 (Viber too!) | 8896-6386 | 8896-2860 or email us for further information at makatidogandcathospital@gmail.com.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC