The Reality of Food Allergies in Pets
Food allergies occur in pets when a cat or dog’s immune system identifies a protein in his or her diet as an invader, something like a virus or bacteria…
They’re Ba-ack! Flea and Tick Season Has Returned
Springtime brings sunshine, but warmer weather also means the fleas and ticks have returned. These parasites aren’t just a nuisance, causing your pets discomfort; they…
Do Pets Have Seasonal Allergies, Too?
Longer days, green grass, and blooming flowers bring joy to most, but to seasonal allergy sufferers these springtime standards signify one thing: the return of high pollen counts…
Did You Remember to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth Before Bed?
Sure, you might already think brushing and flossing your own teeth twice a day is a hassle, but if you have pets, you should add their chompers to your daily routine, too…
The Overweight Dog: Does Your Pet Need a New Year’s Resolution?
When dogs love to eat, it can be difficult to resist their sweet, begging eyes. In the United States, however, it is estimated that well over 50% of dogs are overweight or obese. This means that more than…
Make Merry But Be Wary: Christmas Food and Decoration Dangers for Cats
Making treats and decking the halls with glittering decorations are essential to celebrating Christmas. Many traditional foods and decorations, however, can be dangerous for pets…
Thanksgiving and Pet Food Dangers
Thanksgiving Day is a day to gather with friends and family and enjoy a meal of wonderful flavors and heart-filled recipes. On Thanksgiving and throughout the holidays, those of us with pets might be…
When to Spay or Neuter
There has been renewed interest in the idea of when to spay or neuter pets.The long held and stead fast belief was that altering a pet was best done before it’s first estrus, or “heat”, cycle. This was a broadly held…
Weight Control
As with the human population, the majority of dogs and cats in the US are overweight or obese. Overweight pets suffer many of the same maladies that humans do, like diabetes, hypertension, orthopedic problems, spinal…
Pain Control
If you’ve ever been in pain, whether acute or chronic, you know one thing. It’s not fun and you want to get rid of it if at all possible. The same is true for our pets. If pain goes untreated for too long it can change from physical to…
