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Pet Guide
Stories and know-how for Guardians of cats and dogs.

Pet Guide
FOR INSPIRATION, NOT DIAGNOSIS
Written with curiosity and love — our articles spark that "I never knew that!" moment, not a substitute for professional vet advice.
EVERY COMPANION IS DIFFERENT
What works for one pet might not work for yours. Read widely, think critically, and when in doubt — check with your vet.
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Views expressed in individual articles reflect the author's voice and may not represent an official APAWLOGY® position.
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Everything your feline companion needs you to know — from kitten developmental windows to senior care, feeding science to behaviour signals. Written for Guardians who want to understand their cat, not just keep them alive.


The Water Bowl Problem: Why Cats Drink Less Than You Think
Cats have a weak thirst drive and drink in small sips. Here's how much water a cat needs, where it comes from, and how to set up the bowl.

Ethan Seow
6 days ago3 min read


Keeping Up The Pace - Pet exercises
Most pets are not getting enough movement. Even though your dogs are going on walks often but do you know of other ways they can exercise? Cats as well, despite their preference for staying at home, there are ways in which they can keep active. Lets take a look through the things you can do for your pet. The Dog Walks The standard daily walk matters, but it's often not enough on its own. Most adult dogs need between 30 minutes to two hours of active movement every day, depe

Justin Lim JH
Mar 304 min read


Selamat Hari Raya - The Complete 3-Part Guide For Cat Owners
Hari Raya Puasa is upon us, and it is one of the most joyful times of the year for families across Singapore and other south east Asian Muslim communities. This is the 3rd and final part of the Hari Raya special blogs lined up. So lets gather all the information we know and dive into the festivities. Inviting guests As we've previously discussed in a previous blog, cats run on instinct. During the busy Raya season there will be an influx of guests coming over to celebrate, b

Justin Lim JH
Mar 223 min read


Preparing Cats For The Raya Season - Food For Thought
(Source: SmartPaw) The Hari Raya Season is upon us, and the open house spread looks incredible. Rendang, satay, kuih raya stacked high. Similar to the previous blog about pet diets and safe to consume human foods, there are also precautions that cat owners should take note of during this season. The Raya Spread (Source: The Spruce Pets) Most of us know that chocolate is bad for pets. What many do not realise is that the rest of the Raya table is just as risky, if not more

Justin Lim JH
Mar 203 min read


Protecting The Core - Reinforcing Your Pet's Gut Health
(Source: Wild Earth) Our gut is by far one of the most important places of any living being. It is the energy core of our body, and any form of sickness that affects it will make or break anybody. That goes the same for pets. Inside every dog and cat lives a vast, living community of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microorganisms working together inside the gastrointestinal tract. This community, called the gut microbiome, plays a far bigger role than just breaking down

Justin Lim JH
Mar 163 min read


A Meal Best Shared With Company - Human Food and Pets
(Source: Diamond Pet Foods) Pets usually always eat kibble, but that's not always the case. Pets are able to consume the same food as us, albeit with some restrictions. Whether it's a rewarding snack or part of a meal diet, there are specific know-hows when it comes to understanding what your pets can or cannot eat. To follow up from last blog post, we've discussed about pet-friendly establishments, and in some cases, these places will offer food for your pets to eat. It i

Justin Lim JH
Mar 135 min read


National Kidney Month - Action Against Pet Kidney Disease
(Source: Rankin animal clinic) Every March, National Kidney Month puts a spotlight on how easily kidney health gets overlooked, in people and in pets alike. For cat and dog owners, this is a reminder worth taking seriously. Kidney disease is one of the most common health conditions in both species, and the damage typically builds quietly over years before any obvious signs appear. Understanding what the kidneys actually do, what puts them at risk, and how something as simpl

Justin Lim JH
Mar 36 min read


A Hidden Smile - The Pet Dental Health Crisis
(Source: bestfriendpetcare) Doing visual inspections on your pet for obvious physical abnormalities is a must for every pet owner. However, while we often spend our time focusing on the visible markers of our pets health, it is easy to miss and graze over certain things. One of the less noticeable areas are the teeth. Bad breath in dogs and cats is so commonly dismissed as a quirk of being a pet. That smell is frequently the first detectable sign of a chronic disease that,

Justin Lim JH
Mar 15 min read


Pet Playtime - Ball is in Your Court
(Source: NBC news) Have you ever noticed that each pet likes to play in different ways? It is easy to assume that all cats and or dogs enjoy playing in the same manner, but you'd be surprised to know the differences. It is not often said, but the way most of us play with our pets was designed around our convenience, rather than their biology. We drag a wand toy around for five minutes, we throw a ball until we get bored, We buy a crinkle toy and toss it over. The pet sniffs

Justin Lim JH
Feb 195 min read


Lost in Translation - Breaking Down Pet Body Language
Your pet has been communicating with you every single day. Through the position of a tail, the weight of a lean, a yawn at completely the wrong moment. An obstacle we all face as pet owners is trying to make a read of what exactly your pets are trying to communicate. How do we achieve that exactly? Behind the Gestures The social media infographics - You have definitely come across posts across social media detailing each individual expression your pet makes and the emotion

Justin Lim JH
Feb 155 min read


Keeping That Shine - The Beginners Guide to Pet Grooming and Maintainence
Pets can get itchy. Pets can get dirty. Grooming is often talked about as a chore, doing so out of habit but not understanding. Even for ourselves, we sometimes skip out on hair-dos or skincare routines out of laziness. That reactive approach misses the point entirely. When it comes to pets, it’s one of the highest forms of love we can show our animals. Keeping them clean and comfortable is an essential part of our duty as responsible pet owners. Most importantly though, the

Justin Lim JH
Feb 126 min read
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