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Pets get allergies too
Allergies plague more than half of all U.S. citizens, according to the American Academy of Allergy Asthma & Immunology. The same symptoms and annoyances people face due to allergies can also occur...
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Curb firework fears
The Fourth of July is right around the corner and for most people that means having family barbecues, going to the beach and enjoying festive fireworks honoring America's independence.
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Back to school can be hard on your dog
It's almost time for kids around the nation to head back to school, and although many are probably dreading the day, their four-legged friends may be dreading it even more.
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How to help your dog overcome urinary tract infections
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be extremely painful, and unfortunately the condition can be quite common among dogs.
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Treat petting-induced cat aggression
Cats can be finicky creatures as they long for both independence and companionship. As owners, it can be difficult to decipher when kitty is in the mood for a cuddle and when he would prefer to be left...
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The problem with pica
Most cat owners have probably seen their felines knotting and kneading a soft blanket. Some might even notice the kitty sucking on fabric from time to time.
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Know the signs and treatment options for pet diabetes
In recent years diabetes has become a big concern among humans, but it is also a concern in the pet world.
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Turn Thanksgiving into ‘Wagsgiving’ for canines
This Thanksgiving, pet owners need to make sure they know what is off-limits to their canines, and get inspiration for animal-approved treats.
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Is Your Pet Eating Things That Aren’t Food? About Pica
The desire to chew and particularly eat indigestible objects (known as pica) is a common phenomenon seen in both human children and companion animals. Cats are often attracted to linear foreign...
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Anemia in Pets: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Anemia is a fairly common clinical finding in dogs and cats, and by itself is not a diagnosis. Anemia can have many causes in our companion animals. One of the more common causes of anemia is blood...
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Bloat: a life-threatening emergency
One of the most serious emergencies that can occur suddenly in dogs, and quickly become life threatening, is the condition commonly known as bloat or gastric dilatation/volvulus syndrome (GDV). When...
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Is your dog reverse sneezing? Don’t panic!
One of the most common and alarming symptoms animal guardians report, one that does not usually need any specific treatment, is the development of reverse sneezing. Reverse sneezing appears as a...
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What you need to know about Lyme disease in pets
April is Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs month, which is appropriate because tick season is here and with the advent of warmer weather, dogs are spending more time outdoors increasing the risk of exposure...
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Causes of Your Pet’s Dry, Flaky Skin
Dry, flaky skin can have many causes in our companion animals. Any medical health issue can cause changes in the hair coat, especially digestive issues, including parasites, metabolic issues of the...
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Is your pet at risk for developing diabetes?
Just like humans, dogs and cats can develop diabetes, too. The incidence of canine diabetes is one out of every ten dogs worldwide. Diabetes affects one out of every 100 cats-approximately 800,000 cats...
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What you should know about your pet’s lick granuloma
Lick granulomas are very common frustrating lesions commonly encountered in veterinary dermatology. Lick granulomas are typically formed from excessive self-trauma and licking of one or a few...
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Diagnosing and treating ringworm in pets
Ringworm is a ubiquitous fungal organism that exists everywhere in the environment. In some immune compromised pets and people, ringworm may colonize the skin causing varying degrees of symptoms. Areas...
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Treatment options for urinary incontinence in pets
Urinary incontinence is another very common presentation in the veterinary clinic, especially in middle aged to older dogs, and much less commonly in cats. Urinary incontinence can have many potential...
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Why do many cats have a saggy belly?
Have you ever noticed that many cats, even those that don’t seem to be particularly overweight, develop a saggy, hanging belly? Unlike most dogs that generally have firm bellies, this pouch of saggy...
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Signs that your pet may be suffering from painful joints
One of the most difficult things for animal guardians to observe in their animal companions is when they develop signs and symptoms of painful joints. Often the first sign of problems with the joints...
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