March is Poison Awareness Month, with the third week being National Poison Prevention Week. If you’re the proud pet parent of a dog or a cat, it’s relevant to you. And if you’re taking to heart our advice to walk your dog daily, it’s vital that you learn to recognize plants that are poisonous to dogs or
Valentine’s Day is synonymous with hearts, flowers and—of course—chocolate. And we all want to share our joy with our furry friends. You can go ahead and share your heart as much as you like, but your dog won’t likely care much for flowers. Chocolate is a different story, however, and regardless of how much Fifi
With January being National Walk Your Pet Month, it’s important to consider your pet’s safety from parasites while you’re out walking year-round. Parasites are one of the primary health risks to dogs, particularly if you and your dog love to go rambling in wooded areas or paddling in rivers and lakes. Dogs can pick up
Daily dog walking and regular wellness checks are the two best methods of keeping your pet healthy and fit. Dogs need exercise, and walking them often is good for both Fido and you. January is National Walk Your Pet Month and National Train Your Dog Month, so we’ve taken a look at the importance and benefits
Animals suffer from environmental allergies in exactly the same way people do. In fact, dogs and cats can react just as severely as their human companions to environmental allergens – and eventually develop reactions that can go from mild to life-threatening. Environmental allergies (also known as atopic dermatitis or atopy)
Did you know dogs have baby teeth just like humans do? And that those teeth will eventually fall out to allow permanent teeth to grow in just like us? Puppy baby teeth (formally known as deciduous teeth) are those a dog first develops, usually during the initial few weeks of life. Puppies have 28 deciduous
What do arthritis, a snakebite, a hot spot, and a surgical incision site all have in common? The bad news is that they are all painful situations for your furry companion to have to go through. The good news is that they can all be treated with something you may
Doctors have been warning people about the dangers of online pharmacies for years, but here’s something you might not have considered: buying pet medication online can be just as dangerous as shopping for human medicine. Of course, not all online pharmacies are fakes or sell low-quality products. Unfortunately, it’s very hard – if not impossible –
There is so much that goes into owning a pet – from the tiniest kitten to the biggest dog, and annual animal checkups are an essential part of keeping your pet healthy and happy. Let your vet help you provide the best care for each one of your fur-babies! Know what questions you’ll need to answer,
Last Updated On October 23, 2020 If you have never paid the humble dog harness much attention before, you might be missing out. Harnesses often bring to mind badly-behaved dogs, but the truth is that this little piece of equipment can become a great training tool. Do you have a dog
