Bukisa

I have been writing for Bukisa since October 2010. These are my most recent articles; for a complete list, click here.

Practical Options After The Death of Your Cat: The death of a long-time companion animal – whether from protracted  illness, a sudden accident or simply old age – can come as a shock. When dealing  with such a distressing event, it can help to have a practical plan in  place.

How Does a Pet Identity Chip Work? An identity chip is a reliable, inexpensive way to identify your pet cat or dog. But do you know how these microchips work, or that they are based on a technology that was originally designed for espionage?

How to Microchip Your Cat: More secure than an identity tag, more reliable than a “LOST” poster – a microchip can be an invaluable aid in reuniting a missing cat with his or her owner. The procedure is simple and inexpensive, gives peace of mind to owners, and is safe and painless for pets.

Weight Loss For Cats Promotes Good Health And Longer Life: When it comes to responsible pet care, keeping your cat at a healthy weight is as important as giving him food, warmth and shelter. Obese cats are at risk of diabetes, heart disease and other potentially life-threatening illnesses, and need a strict weight control programme to prevent these problems.

Why Is My Cat Obese? Causes And Effects of Feline Obesity: Anyone who follows the news will be aware of the growing epidemic of obesity in Western countries; hardly a week goes by without more headlines on the health and economic implications of our ever-increasing girths. Less well reported is the fact that, as people are getting heavier, so are our cats.