When a dog is lost, the most important thing to remember is to act immediately. Even a short delay may hamper your efforts to find your lost dog. And while microchipping your dog may have given you a sense of security about recovering your dog in the…
Densely furred cats and dogs have combination coats made up of longer, coarser top fur and softer, finer inner fur that creates a warm air-trapping blanket for the skin in cold weather. It is the pet’s undercoat that tends to tangle, mat and clump as…
Shopping with dogs, working with dogs and traveling with dogs present special problems as you try to negotiate retail and business activities with your dog in tow. But for those of us who want our pups to accompany us while we complete everyday…
It’s not all that hard to find dog-friendly lodging world-wide these days, but all dog-owning travelers do still need to check, in preparation for any trip, if dog will be welcome to avoid bad surprises at the hotel check-in.
The AAA has a…
Pet health insurance for dogs is still somewhat of a novelty, as only a small minority of dog owners currently invests in these policies. As the market slowly grows, however, it’s gotten more competitive, with more and more companies offering pet…
What is a healthy dog diet? With the wide variety of options on the market, this question can be difficult to answer. Nutrition is a critical component in dog wellness and behavior, and what you choose to feed your dog is not a decision that should…
By definition, pet emergencies are critical health crises which require immediate medical intervention. Creating an emergency first aid kit is recommended for all pet parents and may buy your pet critical time until veterinary care can be sought…
So a feel-good story is now a feel-great one! Those of you who check in regularly will remember the story of Fred Krause, the Utah…
Heartworm disease in dogs is variously treatable. While both cats and dogs are subject to heartworm, the illnesses and treatments are different for each. It is important to know the symptoms, causes and areas at risk and to be prudent in heartworm…
The grief you’re likely to feel after the loss of a pet can often be overwhelming. After all, your dog or cat was probably a huge part of your life for a decade or more. There was once a deep bond, but now there is emptiness and you feel alone…
It’s one of the worst things imaginable: losing a pet. It can make pet owners feel so helpless. The statistics are high and state that one in three pets will get lost. And consider that 90 percent of those that aren’t identified won’t be…
Most people like to choose a vet or pet clinic that is close to their home. Not only does this make it more convenient, but it is also important to have a vet or animal hospital nearby should your pet experience a medical emergency. Most cats don’t…
Pet ownership involves many responsibilities: shelter, health care, nutrition, exercise, and insuring they’re taken care if you go away. But what about their care if you pass away for good, leaving them behind with, perhaps, many good years left…
Heartworm disease is transmitted to dogs and cats by a bite from a mosquito carrying the microscopic heartworm larvae. Heartworms are a parasite known as dirofilaria immitis. They have the appearance of thin spaghetti when they reach adulthood. In…
In veterinary school several professors mentioned that obese people often own obese animals. They theorized that the owners’ eating and exercise habits were applied to…
Dog Poops on Field During Naturals Game @ Yahoo! Video What fun! This dog, the “Iams adoptable pet of the game” at a Northwest Arkansas…
This helpline is staffed by the board-certified veterinary internal medicine (DACVIM) and emergency critical care (DACVECC) specialists at costs $35 per call unlike the Animal Poison Control Center which costs $65 per call. The Pet Poison Helpline’s number is: 800-213-6680. Add it to your phone address book (or speed dial)!
We have all the usual products found in human kits plus peroxide (used to induce vomiting), vet wrap, antibiotics (from our vet), a suture pack, lidocane (topical), some anti-inflammitory drugs, panalog (great for ears or other itchies), and some eye wash and eye lubricant. Also have some flagyl for travel trots, and pepto. We do …
Yeast infections and allergy sores are usually an external manifestation of a food allergy. Check the ingredients list on your food bag. Are there lots of grains? Some dogs have grain allergies. It just so happens that grain converts into sugar in the dog’s body, and guess what yeast feeds on? Sugar. I would try …
A Spray you can try is the PETfection Deodorizer/Allergy Spray. It is 100 percent organic and non-toxic. You would spray it onto the fur and rub it into the skin with your fingers. It is formulated to block allergens from drying out the skin, and will heal any type of scratch from itching. You could …
