Maintaining good canine and feline dental health is about much more than fresh breath and strong teeth; poor dental health may lead to issues with the heart and other organs. The oral bacteria can travel and harm the heart, liver, and kidneys. Even when pet owners know the importance of their...
When your vet tells you that your dog needs a wheelchair, it can feel overwhelming. As beloved family members, we all want our dogs to have the best quality of life possible. Disabled dogs often don’t know they are different than other dogs and can easily adjust to almost any situation, including...
Your feline companions are an important part of the family, and February is the month dedicated to helping to keep your cat happy, healthy, and active for as long as possible. In addition to National Cat Health Month, February is also National Feline Dental Health Month and National Spay/Neuter...
It’s easy to fall in love with nearly every dog you see. Many people spend hours poring over pictures on pet adoption sites when looking for a dog to add to the family. It’s easy to think that many of the dogs you see on such sites are meant to be yours, but you need to look past the puppy dog...
Approximately 100,000 dogs are diagnosed with canine hyperadrenocorticism, also known as Cushing’s Disease, each year. It most commonly affects older dogs, but it sometimes presents in younger dogs and, less frequently, in cats. Causes of Cushing’s Disease Cushing’s Disease is caused by...
Was your dog diagnosed with an aural hematoma? There is a good chance you never heard the term before, so you’re probably confused about what it is, what caused it, and what steps you should take next. While aural hematomas are not life-threatening, they are painful and can result in deformity...
