Grooming

Good grooming is about more than just having a pretty pet. You're also tackling potential health conditions, Here's how to care for your pet before any problems crop up. Brush your cat or dog several times a week, Cruz says, even if it has short hair. This will cut down on hairballs, which cats almost always vomit or eliminate in the litter box. Sometimes, though, a severe hairball can cause stomach or intestinal blockages. Hairballs aren't as big a problem for dogs, but they do occur.