Pets tend to be carefree creatures, brightening our days with their fun-loving antics and zest for life. But, this enthusiasm for exploration can land your furry pal in a heap of trouble. Because she investigates using her nose, eyes, and mouth, your pet can come into contact with a potential toxin or poisonous substance. Homes, [...]
When we think about pet health, many of us tend to forget about an important body part—the teeth. Unfortunately, dental problems are exceedingly common in pets, and many often go unnoticed by pet owners. While many of these conditions are preventable, others are inherited, or generally unavoidable. If you notice any of the following problems [...]
Have you ever frantically searched Google late on a Saturday evening, seeking answers to your pet-health questions after your pet has developed a strange cough, a nasty case of diarrhea, or an itchy rash? Today’s technology gives us easy access to an overload of information but, sometimes, all the information available on the internet does [...]
One resolution tops many people’s lists every New Year—shed those extra pounds. While local gyms and fitness centers reap the benefits of January memberships, pets could use their own fitness routine. With more than half our nation’s pets tipping the scales to the chunky side, why don’t you sign up your pet for her own [...]
Watching your pet dissolve into a pile of drooling, quivering fur with wide, panicked eyes is heart-wrenching. Many pets suffer from fear and anxiety, whether they show it with mild signs, such as avoidance or lip licking, or with a full-blown panic attack, demonstrated by elimination, shaking, and vocalizing. Cats can also fall victim to [...]
We’re falling for fall and setting our sights on everything pumpkin-spiced. Before we know it, we’ll be talking turkey and trimming the tree. These next few months are bound to be a whirlwind, and it can be particularly challenging for us to remember to slow down, take a breath, and snuggle with our four-legged loves. [...]
Senior pets are special—they’ve earned their rest and deserve to live their remaining days in comfort, surrounded by the love of their two-legged companions. Many owners recognize their older furry friends are slowing down, but they may not realize that simple changes in diet or routine, plus supplements or prescription medications, can address the reasons [...]
Frankie, an adorable, scruffy, terrier mix, was ecstatic about the new holiday that was fast approaching—it was his first Halloween, and he didn’t want to miss out on any of the fun. His non-furry siblings had been talking for weeks about the scariest costumes, tastiest treats, and the houses with the best candy. Frankie wanted [...]
Allergies occur when the body’s immune system overreacts to a substance, causing a multitude of undesirable signs. People suffer from allergies, and our pets do, too. Which allergies can affect pets? The substance that causes an allergy is called an allergen. Pets can be hypersensitive to any number of allergens, including medications and vaccines, but [...]
Parvovirus is a life-threatening infection that can stop puppies and adolescent dogs in their tracks. This viral disease can also occur in undervaccinated adult dogs. Parvo’s cardinal signs of profuse vomiting and bloody diarrhea rapidly lead to dehydration, and without treatment, more than half the dogs who contract parvovirus will die. That’s an awful statistic, [...]
