Tick season is upon us. These little bloodsuckers climb on dogs and potentially transmit a variety of diseases. This makes it important to check for ticks whenever dogs have gone outside. Removing them before they can latch on is the best way to prevent tick-borne infection. While it is important to check for ticks everywhere […]
Flea reproduction cycle is staggering. During its peak reproduction stage, the most common flea on dogs and cats can lay 40-50 eggs per day. The most common flea on dogs and cats is the cat flea. Each female flea can reproduce for over 100 days. The Animal HealthCare Center reports that during their reproductive lifetime, […]
Whether a natural disaster such as a flood, snowstorm, a power outage, or a health emergency, it always pays to be prepared. If you are a pet owner, make sure your emergency plans include your pet. The ASPCA suggests having an emergency preparedness plan and kit. Here is an overview. For more on making sure […]
Most of us love the warm weather during summer. Unfortunately, so do many pests. With the spring season well underway, so too is tick season. Ticks are nasty little parasites that carry many diseases. Fortunately, there are some easy steps to take to avoid tick-borne infections. If a tick does get a blood meal from […]
Allergy sufferers everywhere know how stressful allergies can be. What people may not know is that animals have allergies, too. Just like humans, their immune system sometimes overacts to allergens. However, their bodies respond differently than ours. It’s important to be able to identify allergy symptoms in pets, so steps can be taken to help […]
Has your kitty been coughing a lot lately? It could indicate a more serious problem. The most common cause of persistent coughing in cats is chronic bronchopulmonary disease, which encompasses conditions including feline asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and chronic broncho-pneumonia. But a cough can also be a symptom of many […]
Americans love their dogs. More than 40 million households have them. The majority of families would consider their furry friends as part of their family. We love to play with our dogs, and we love to interact with them as much as we can. However, one area where people are more divided on spending time […]
Dog owners love to give their furry friends the occasional treat, but which snacks are safe for pets? There are a variety of foods that are not good for pets. A good rule is to avoid anything high in sugar. High sugar content can be very bad for pet weight management. Below, are some treats […]
Being overweight is becoming an increasingly important issue with pets. Physical activity will help them keep their muscles toned and their weight in check. Below are some ways you can engage your cat in play and exercise. Getting a scratching post might entice them to play. They also might like having cat jungle gyms to […]
Large numbers of privately owned dogs and cats are relinquished to animal shelters annually by their owners. 1 To reduce these numbers and allow more dogs and cats to stay in their homes, we need to identify and understand why owners choose to give up their pets.2 In particular, it is important to know whether […]
