When it comes to heartworm disease, there’s bad news and good news. The bad news is that heartworms can cause fatalities in dogs, cats, and ferrets. The good news is that you can use heartworm prevention medicine to protect your pet from getting heartworm disease in the first place. How do Pets get Heartworms? The answer is through the bite…
Unfortunately, cancer is common in dogs and cats, especially those canine or feline friends that are middle-aged or older. It’s estimated that approximately 25% of dogs and 20% of cats will develop cancer at some point in their lives with us. Cancer begins with the abnormal growth of cells that eventually overwhelms an animal’s immune system. Any type of cell…
When your dog or cat has separation anxiety, they become anxious because you are away from them. As the owner of a dog or cat, you probably think that your pet has a sixth sense about when you are going away on vacation, but in actuality, you are giving subtle signals your pet senses. You are busy moving around, packing…
If you’re lucky enough to enjoy the company of cats, you know that they purr a lot. There is nothing better than a contented cat curled up on your lap, purring away happily while being petted by you, an equally contented owner. Many people think that cats purr just because they are happy. However, you may be surprised to learn…
Do you think it’s odd that your dog loves to eat grass and does it cause you to worry? Well, for the most part, you can stop being concerned. A dog eating grass is a natural behavior for all dogs, be they wild or your best friend. Coyotes, dingoes, and wolves have all been observed eating grass. Grass is healthy…
What Is Kennel Cough? Kennel cough is a fairly common contagious infection of the upper respiratory tract. It is aptly called kennel cough because it often occurs when dogs or cats are crowded together in kennels and shelters, especially if such places are poorly ventilated. Dogs that spend a lot of time enjoying frolicks with other dogs in dog parks…
When you have a wonderful new dog or cat, it’s difficult to look down the road and envision what health problems might occur. However, just like people, pets can get sick, so they need pet vaccination against certain diseases. Some pet vaccinations are categorized as “core” because they are recommended for every pet. Others are “non-core” and are dependent upon…
Are you loving your cat or dog so much that you are making them an unhealthy and overweight pet? When those irresistible pleading eyes look at you the way they do, are you overfeeding or giving too many treats? Unfortunately, veterinarians are seeing many obese pets, and this is not good. In fact, according to a 2017 survey by the…
Dental problems are very common in adult dogs and cats, affecting almost 90% of companion animals especially as they grow older. Periodontal disease can lead to a painful mouth and loss of teeth. Worse, if not treated, there’s a risk of the pet contracting chronic infections of the mouth and gums. These infections are dangerous because they can spread to…
Chocolate is probably the world’s favorite flavor. We like chocolate bars, chocolate cake, chocolate ice cream in summer, and hot chocolate when it’s cold outside. When consuming anything chocolate, your dog may look at you eagerly, and you may be tempted to give him a chocolate treat. But, every dog owner needs to know that chocolate is highly poisonous to…
Summer is everyone’s favorite time for vacations, backyard barbecues, and pool parties. You know that when the temperature heats up, you and your family need to take a few precautions to prevent sunstroke and dehydration. However, it’s important not to overlook the dangers that summer can pose for your pets, such as: 1. Heatstroke/Dehydration Carry water and a portable…
Although your pet can’t hold a conversation with you about his health, the state of his coat may be telling you that something is wrong. A shiny, lustrous coat is a sign of good health and vitality. Conversely, if your pet’s coat looks dry, flaky, and unkempt, this means something is not right. In fact, when you take your dog…
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