Enjoying the outdoors with your dog whether on a hike, in your yard, or at the park are fun ways to connect with your furry friend while providing plenty of exercise for both of you. However, there are some dangers for dogs that can be found outside, even in your backyard, that dog owners should be aware of...
Preventive care and early disease intervention can improve your dog’s health and may even help head off life-threatening illnesses before they progress. Following an effective preventive care routine improves your dog’s quality of life...
Dogs, cats, and ferrets should remain on a heartworm preventative year-round to protect them from contracting the parasite suffering the side effects of serious infestation. Pet owners should know when and how often to have their pets tested for heartworms, what symptoms to be aware of, and what types of preventive medications are available...
Vaccines are used to boost the immune system against certain diseases. Many of the diseases that we vaccinate cats for can be life-threatening, even for kittens or indoor cats. Preventive care such as vaccination and regular visits with a veterinarian are essential to provide disease protection for your cat...
Moving is already complicated, and taking the comfort and safety of your pets into account as part of the process can make the task even more daunting. The good news is with a little bit of proactive planning, you can ensure your pet stays as comfortable as possible every step of the way...
It is important for pet parents to discuss the right vaccination schedule for their dogs with a veterinarian. The vaccination schedule, required vaccines, and frequency of vaccination varies for every dog...
There are many benefits for pet owners and their dogs when they choose to spay or neuter. Altering dogs helps prevent certain medical conditions and animal overpopulation, and can even curb some unwanted behaviors caused by reproductive hormones...
Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal disease for dogs who contract it. It’s important for dog owners to understand what causes the disease, how to prevent it, and how it is treated by a veterinarian...
There are many ways you can improve your cat’s physical and mental state. Annual veterinary exams, staying up to date on vaccines, preventing parasites, and feeding a nutritious diet all go a long way in helping your cat live a long and healthy life.
As horses age, their teeth continue growing to replace the tooth material worn away by chewing. In some cases, the combination of continued growth and wear and tear results in an unusual tooth shape. As horse owners, we need to be aware of the implications of this cycle...
Obesity in cats is a growing concern for pet owners around the world. Many pet owners are under the assumption that a fat cat is a sign of happiness. In reality, an overweight cat is likely to develop life-threatening health conditions...
Obesity in pet dogs has been labeled an epidemic around the world. An overweight dog has a much higher risk of developing serious medical issues and complications...
There are vaccinations that prevent communicable diseases in horses, but there is little you can do to prevent poisoning in horses except for environmental management. It’s important as a horse owner to be able to identify and remove toxic plants, fungi, mold, and minerals from your horse’s environment.
Horses can be vaccinated for many different diseases. However, most horses do not need every single vaccination available, while others are more at risk for certain diseases.
As a horse owner, it is important to understand the normal signs of a healthy horse, as well as what to look out for in order to maintain a horse’s overall health. Knowing what is normal and abnormal will help you provide the right equine care and know when you need to call in reinforcements...
Dental disease is a common condition among pet cats, but can be prevented. All cat owners should provide dental care for their pets, both at home and with regular professional dental cleanings under anesthesia...
Joint pain in cats can be caused by a variety of underlying conditions, including illness, injury, or simply old age. It’s important for cat owners to be able to recognize signs of painful joints and arthritis in order to give their feline friends the care they need.
Arthritis in horses is common. There are many ways to help arthritic horses with veterinary care and at-home management.
Stress is common in house cats, but is shown in subtle ways. It’s also difficult for us as humans to understand what our cats find stressful...
Microchips are an excellent way to facilitate your pet's safe return if they escape or get lost. Pets with microchips can be scanned at animal shelters and vet clinics...
Leash reactivity in dogs is a common complaint among pet owners during walks. Leash-reactive behavior is more than just negative or aggressive behavior in response to other dogs, cars, cyclists, or people while on a leash...
Dogs can’t tell us when something hurts or isn’t right. It’s up to us to monitor our pets for early symptoms of illness and stay on top of regular wellness checkups and preventive health care with a veterinarian...
Many pet owners notice symptoms similar to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in their pets, such as lower energy levels or irritability, but you may be surprised to learn that pets do not have the same psychological response to the dreary winter months as their human owners...
Sexual alteration, also known as spay or neuter surgeries, are the most common surgical procedures performed on pet cats. However, many cat owners have questions about sterilization surgeries...
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