You may be dreaming of a White Christmas, but with the beautiful snow comes the freezing cold weather. Due to the dropping temperatures this time of year, your pet needs extra protection from cold weather hazards, such as frostbite and antifreeze toxicity. Follow these 11 easy tips from The Meowing Vet to keep your dogs … Continue reading Ice Ice Baby: Protecting Your Pets from Cold Weather
If your dog was once a boundless source of energy but has slowed down to a snail's pace and only wants to nap now, he or she may have developed hypothyroidism. Canine hypothyroidism is a disorder of low thyroid gland hormones in which treatment is needed. If your dog seems more sluggish than normal, it's … Continue reading How Tragic!: Q&A on Canine Hypothyroidism
Nothing is cuter than hearing your kitty meow, huh? I love the sound so much that I named my veterinary website The Meowing Vet, for crying out loud! I'm like the ultimate Feline Fangirl! However cute your cat's meow is, though, it may be time for a visit to your veterinarian if your cat begins meowing … Continue reading What Your Cat’s Meow Could Be Telling You: Q&A on Feline Hyperthyroidism
Pumpkin spice lattes. Apple picking. Cute layering. But rats and mice???!!! Eek! The Fall is a wonderful time of year, but with the cooler weather comes the increased possibility of a rodent family moving into your warm home to snuggle up for the Winter. However, before you go purchasing any rat bait (i.e. a rodenticide), please educate … Continue reading Ratsssss!: Rat Bait Toxicity in Dogs and Cats
Concerned about your dog or cat's urinalysis? Last time, you learned all about blood. Now, let's learn all about pee! I promise, reading this article will be so much more fun than cleaning up a wet spot on your carpet when your pet just can't cross its legs and hold its bladder any longer. If your veterinarian is … Continue reading The Golden Rule: How to Interpret Your Pet’s Urinalysis
Needles can be scary. Worrying about your pet's bloodwork can be even scarier... But blood tests don't have to be so frightening. Whether your pet requires tests for an upcoming procedure, or whether he or she has been ill and your vet recommends bloodwork, you're bound to have questions as any concerned pet owner would. What does … Continue reading You Smarty Pants!: How to Interpret Your Pet’s Bloodwork
Just Say "No," Girl, to Feeding Your Doggy or Kitty These Foods Okay, okay... I know first-hand how hard it is to resist the soul-searching, pleading eyes of a begging pet watching you savor each bite of your delectable snack. And on the flip side, I also know how unappetizing it is to wipe dog drool … Continue reading Don’t You Dare Eat That!: Human Foods Toxic to Pets
As explained on Dr. Andy Roark's wonderful blog, no kitten is truly a free kitten. This is the time of year when an extraordinarily high number of kittens need homes. Adopting a kitten is one of the kindest and delightful decisions you can make, but all new cat owners should be prepared that kittens and … Continue reading Kitten Vaccines and Preventative Medicine: Treat Dat Kitty, Gurrrl!