Cat owners are all too familiar with the havoc that comes with sharp cat nails. Ruined furniture and scratched limbs are quite the norm at houses with cats. To save their property and skin, owners trim their pet’s nails. A job that may be...
It can be pretty tough for a pet owner who has a sick dog. They may feel useless wishing they could do something but be at a complete loss. There’s nothing worse than having to see sad sick puppy eyes desperately looking up at...
Like humans, cats don’t sneeze continuously without a reason. Most of the time it isn’t anything to worry about but if it persists, there might be an underlying health condition. Contact your veterinarian if symptoms are prolonged or worsening. For now, we are here...
The recent dog influenza epidemic has dog owners concerned everywhere. A chat with a vet will tell you what signs to look out for and any next steps. According to recent reports, dog influenza is spreading in the US. Experts have confirmed the flu is real,...
The Super Bowl is tomorrow and the countdown is almost over. For many, the event is more about getting together with friends and family than watching the game itself. Friends and family, of course, means your guests AND your guests’ pets. They want to...
Very few hotels are pet friendly these days, which is why many pet owners prefer staying with a friend or family member. Taking your pet with you as a houseguest means following certain house rules for pet guests. Regardless of how welcoming your host may be,...
Juli Potter, DVMSeparation anxiety is one of the most common behavior problems diagnosed in dogs. I think most dogs suffer from some form of canine separation anxiety. Actually, your dog’s first experience with separation anxiety is probably when he was separated from his mother and...
Cherice Roth, DVM Just as you do in preparation of your family’s emergency supply kit, including your pet makes sense. Here are tips for preparing for evacuation and/or natural disasters. Print, or place vaccine and medical history on a USB drive. Place those and up-to-date photos...
Pets on and off planes have been in the news a lot lately. Whether or not you have a pet for medical reasons, most airlines will allow your friend to travel with you. You just need to follow the specific airline pet requirements set by the...
Don’t be too surprised that your dogs too have teeth problems as well. Since there are no outward symptoms though, it can be easy to miss until it’s too late. Among the different kinds of dental diseases that affect dogs, periodontal disease is the most...