Your pup’s kidneys play a vital role in removing toxins from his body and regulating hydration, among other things. When the kidneys fail, they are no longer able to rid the body of these harmful substances. There are two kinds of kidney failure: acute and...
With the advancement of modern veterinary medicine, house cat can live an average of 16 years. As Fluffy reaches her older years, her bodily function will begin to slow down and she may be at a higher risk of developing certain diseases and health conditions....
Adopting a new puppy is such an exciting event, but it also comes with great responsibility! Much like with human children, puppies require lots of love and attention, proper diets, a warm and safe place to sleep, and proper vaccinations. One of the most...
Keeping your dog up-to-date on their immunizations is one of the most important preventative care measures you can take. Annual booster shots have been proven to be essential in safeguarding our canines from infectious, deadly diseases. Although the...
Fractured or broken teeth in dogs are a common occurrence. Most often they happen from chewing on hard objects like bones, antlers or unsafe chew toys. Whether it’s a small chip or a more severe fracture, your dog is likely in pain. Unfortunately, dogs are very...
Since the dawn of domesticated canines, dogs have played the role of both companion and service animal. As early as 74 CE, we have archeological evidence that dogs were being used to help the blind in ancient Rome. But it wasn’t until the 1990s that the role of...
Like infants and toddlers, it’s not uncommon for dogs to experience separation anxiety. And hearing your dog barking and whining incessantly behind the front door is a stressful experience for many owners. True separation anxiety goes beyond a bit of whimpering...
Our furry companions may not speak using words, but their body language is communicating more than we realize. If you are a cat owner, you may have noticed that your cat seems to enjoy slowly blinking at you. Why does she do this, and should you be...
Although these little creatures are natural and harmless, many people don’t enjoy a slug or snail infestation in the garden or on the front porch. In an effort to get rid of them you may thoughtlessly turn to a bait that will kill off your slug or snail...
Unlike humans, ear infections in cats are a fairly uncommon condition. However, if your cat gets one or has chronic ear infections they can be quite painful. There are two kinds of ear infections in cats, otitis externa (external infection) and otitis interna...
