My Pet World: Be sure to keep potpourri away from pets
This one is easy to answer -- don't use tinsel!
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Q: Should I allow my cat to sip on eggnog? I figure, there's lots of protein and my cat likes milk anyway. -- S. H., Minneola, FL
A: I'm not sure where the tradition of feeding cats milk began, but believe it or not, some cats are lactose intolerant. And, of course, eggnog contains milk.
Many cats can tolerate milk just fine, and I suppose occasionally lapping up just a little (2 percent or skim) milk once in a while isn't so bad.
But eggnog? Most store bought eggnog is loaded with sugar. Yes, eggnog does have protein -- but there are far better sources of protein than eggnog.
I say give your kitty an alternative sugar free and nearly calorie-free choice, catnip. Your feline friend will be forever pouncing with joy.
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Q: Do you have a favorite catnip? -- S. H., Berwyn, IL
A: I rarely use catnip myself. And there are countless terrific catnip brands out there.
Still, since you asked Dr. Meowsky's Medical Grade Catnip is a favorite. It's organic, gluten-free (not that gluten-free really matters), and likely approved by Cheech and Chong. It's legally home-grown in the USA.
The 'cat cannabis' is from www.barkerandmeowsky.com; $9.95 per one ounce jar.
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