Pet Care Education

Perilaku training

Vet Anxiety in Dogs and Cats: Fear-Free Pre-Visit Protocol + Tips to Reduce Stress

A complete guide to reducing vet anxiety in dogs and cats: why so many pets are traumatized by vet visits, the principles of the Fear-Free movement, pre-visit protocol (carrier training, pheromones, pre-visit pharmaceuticals such as gabapentin/trazodone), house call vet as an alternative for severe anxiety, low-stress handling techniques, and when a behavior vet is needed. Suitable for pets with a history of vet trauma as well as newly introduced puppies/kittens.

19 May 2026 · 12 min read

Nutrisi

Wet Food vs Dry Food for Cats and Dogs: Pros-Cons, Hydration, and When to Choose Which

An evidence-based guide to wet food vs dry food for dogs and cats, understand the composition (moisture, calories per gram), the advantages of wet (hydration for CKD/FLUTD-prone cats) vs dry (cost, free-feeding, calorie tracking), the mixed feeding approach, choices per condition (kitten, senior, diabetes, obesity), and how to read an AAFCO label.

19 May 2026 · 13 min read

Zoonosis

Tropical Zoonoses in Jakarta: Rabies, Lepto, Toxoplasma, How to Keep Your Family Safe

A guide to tropical zoonoses in Jakarta, 8 animal-to-human diseases (rabies, leptospirosis, toxoplasmosis, worms, ringworm, bartonella, salmonella, MRSA), practical prevention strategies for families, the toxoplasma + pregnancy myth, and when an indoor cat is genuinely safe.

19 May 2026 · 11 min read

Cat

Adopting a Kitten: A Complete 10-Point Checklist for New Pet Owners

Adopting a kitten for the first time? A 10-item checklist of essential supplies (litter box, litter, kitten-grade food), vaccination + deworming schedule, the 8-14 week socialization window, and when to first take it to the vet.

19 May 2026 · 8 min read

Parasit

Worms in Cats and Dogs: Types of Worms, Deworming Schedule, and Drug Options

A complete guide to worms in cats and dogs, recognize roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, and heartworm; signs of a wormy animal; the deworming schedule from kitten/puppy to adult; drug options (Drontal, Profender, Heartgard); plus the zoonotic risk to children.

19 May 2026 · 9 min read

Cats

Senior Cat CKD: Early Signs, IRIS Staging, and Renal Diet, A Complete Guide

A complete guide to CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) in senior cats, early signs like excessive drinking and weight loss, IRIS stages 1–4, how vets diagnose (blood panel, SDMA, ultrasound), renal diet management, fluid therapy, and quality of life. For owners of cats aged 7+.

19 May 2026 · 9 min read

Cat

Feline Diabetes: Signs, Causes, Insulin Management, and Diet

A guide to feline diabetes mellitus, clinical signs (drinking a lot, urinating a lot, eating a lot but losing weight), causes and risk factors, how the vet diagnoses it (blood glucose + fructosamine), insulin types (Glargine, ProZinc), home monitoring, high-protein low-carb diet, the possibility of remission, and the DKA complication.

19 May 2026 · 9 min read

Cats

Cat Food Allergy: Signs, Causes, and Hypoallergenic Diet Options

A guide to cat food allergies, the difference between allergy and food intolerance, skin and gastrointestinal symptoms, common protein triggers (chicken, beef, fish), how vets diagnose via elimination diets, and hypoallergenic diet choices (hydrolyzed protein, novel protein).

19 May 2026 · 7 min read

Steril

When Is the Right Time to Spay or Neuter Cats and Dogs: Benefits, Risks, and Optimal Timing

A complete guide to when to spay or neuter cats and dogs, medical benefits, risks, optimal timing per species and breed size (pediatric spay 4-6 months for cats, small vs large breed variation in dogs), the procedure, and post-operative care. Based on AAHA 2020 guidelines.

19 May 2026 · 9 min read

Cat

Senior Cats 10+ Years: Changes to Watch For + Geriatric Care

A guide to senior cats 10+ years, when a cat is considered senior, physical and behavioral changes that are normal vs signs of disease (CKD, hyperthyroidism, osteoarthritis), the 6-monthly geriatric panel, home environment adaptation, and nutrition for older cats.

19 May 2026 · 8 min read