If you think your dog or cat has swallowed a penny, this is a medical emergency. Do not wait to see if the penny will pass. Call your veterinarian and arrange an emergency visit immediately. Pennies look deceptively like copper, but pennies minted after 1982 are about 98% zinc.1 At first, the zinc and […]
According to the Centers for Disease Control, two out of three American adults are overweight or obese.1 Likewise, over 50% of dogs in the US were classified as too heavy by their vet.2 The good news is all of that can change because you and your pet are the perfect workout buddies. Here’s why. 1. […]
Thanksgiving is a great time to spend with friends, family and have holiday feasts. This time of year is also a time for possible distress for pets. During parties or family get togethers, make sure pets have a quiet space to retreat to. It can be a separate room or even just a corner of […]
There are many outdated superstitions and myths associated with black cats. Black cats are often associated with Halloween, witches, bad luck, and evil. They are often abused or abandoned because of these superstitions. Other superstitions connect black cats with bad luck (for example: a black cat crossing your path). Many shelters refuse to adopt out […]
Halloween can be stressful for dogs, as their natural instinct is to protect the home and alert when a stranger is arriving. It can be tricky to make sure they don’t get into the wrong snacks. Dog owners love to give their furry friends the occasional treat, but which treats are safe for pets? The […]
With each change of the season comes new potential hazards for pets. For pet owners, it’s important to know what each season of the year can bring. Below are some of the dangers fall can bring to pets. Snakes: With the change of seasons from warmer to colder, animals, such as snakes, will start preparing […]
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a progressive disease that can seriously affect a cat’s health and well-being. OA can hinder a cat’s ability to jump, climb, run, or even walk. There is a new medication that will soon be available specifically to address OA. Solensia helps control the pain, enabling them to move about more freely. This […]
Thanks to modern veterinary medicine, our pets are living longer lives. However, with longer lives they often face chronic diseases such as osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis has been commonly diagnosed in dogs, but only recently recognized in cats. Arthritis, also called degenerative joint disease or osteoarthritis, is a chronic, painful, and progressive condition involving the joints. As […]
Although we always try to take the best care of our dogs, does that include eye exams too? Glaucoma is increased pressure within the eyes and affects animals in the same way as humans. The rise in pressure can damage the retina and the optic nerve. Unfortunately, the damage is permanent and irreversible, resulting in […]
It seems unfair and potentially counterproductive to kennel house-trained dogs in situations where they are not given time on real grass. Pet owners have worked hard to train their dog to use the grass, not the cement, not the gravel drive, not the patio, etc. Some kennels let the dogs outside, but still keep them […]
