You have probably hear the buzz about certain dog foods and dilated cardiomyopathy, DCM. There is a lot that we don’t know but here is some information regarding about what we think is going on. In the summer of 2018, the FDA announced that it is investigating the possible link between certain diets and DCM. First let’s talk about…
Essential oils are naturally occurring aromatic compounds that come from different parts of plants. Essential oils need more research in pets, they can be both useful and harmful. You want to make sure that you educate yourself on how essential oils can affect your pets before using them. You want to use oils from companies that are reputable and are of…
With the Fourth of July around the corner many pet lovers rush to find ways to help keep their pets calm during the fireworks celebrations. Here are a few tips so that everyone stays happy and safe. Here are some signs to look for in a stressed dog: Hiding Ears pinned back Tucking the tail Gastrointestinal upset such as…
Arthritis is a progressive deterioration of the cartilage in joints of dogs and cats. Pain and lameness develop secondary to joint dysfunction and muscle atrophy. This condition is progressive and can affect the quality of life of your pet, but there are steps that you can take to help keep your pet comfortable. * Maintain a lean body weight…
It takes two to three weeks for the body to adapt to a temperature change of more that 10 degrees F. As the temperature begins to drop your dog will have to adapt to these changes. Some of these changes will affect dogs in different ways and will depend on the breed, coat length, age, and overall health of…
Osteoarthritis, also known as arthritis or degenerative joint disease, is a progressive and irreversible condition affecting the joints of dogs and cats. Arthritis is non curable and affects dogs of any size, breed, gender and age. Some of the signs you may notice your dog doing include: Lameness, being the most common sign seen, may be progressive, persistent…
There are a few things that you can do at home to prepare the environment for your elderly, ill or disabled pet. A few goals to keep in mind: To maintain a safe, secure, and comfortable environment. This can be done by providing good traction for your pet to safely get around without slipping on smooth flooring. Some non-skid…
Getting older is inevitable for everyone, including our beloved pets. When does a pet become “old”? That depends on whether you are a cat or a dog, and what size of dog makes a difference as well. In general, cats and small dogs are generally considered geriatric at the age of 7, whereas larger breed dogs are considered…
I decided to write this article because I was up very late last night with my son as he cried over the loss of our dog. The thing is, our dog died a few years ago but a picture of him surfaced and my son started to cry and ask why Scooby had to die. As a parent there…
The first time you watch your dog go through an epileptic seizure, it can be a frightening thing to observe. And, although most seizures only last 90-120 seconds, it can seem like an eternity to you. It’s important that when your pet does have a seizure, whether it’s the first time or the 20th time, that you do a…
