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
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,ย before you go purchasing any rat bait (i.e. aย rodenticide), please educate … Continue reading Ratsssss!: Rat Bait Toxicity in Dogs and Cats
Your fat cat may be contentedly singing "My Lovely Lady Lumps" to herself all day long, but you and I both know that while we want our pets to have good self-esteem,ย obesity is a health concern in ourselves as well as our pets. Obesity-complicated illnesses range from arthritis and orthopedic injuries, spinal disc disease, diabetes … Continue reading Life Hack: Pet Edition #2: Weight Loss Tricks
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 beย so much more funย than cleaning up a wet spot on your carpet when your petย 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'tย have to be so frightening. Whether your pet requires testsย 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
Hide-and-seek is fun, but not when your pet insists on playing it each time he sees you prepareย his daily medications. If you have difficulty administering pills to your dog or cat who receives long-term medications, empty gel capsules may come to the rescue asย your Knight in Gelatin Armor. Many medications such as Tramadol and Doxycycline … Continue reading Life Hack: Pet Edition #1: Empty Gel Caps for Easier Medicating
The kids are back in school! Whether you're moping with empty nest syndrome or ecstatic to have a bit more time to yourself, the end of summerย can be a difficult time of transition to ensure that everyone starts off the new school year on a good foot. In addition to making sure every composition notebook … Continue reading Back to School: Choosing a Doggie Daycare
10 Tips to Keep Your Pets Cool During a Hot Day SOME LIKE IT HOT. Your pets won't. I'm sureย by nowย you're gettingย bored of reading countless articles on keeping your dogs and cats safe in the warm weather months. However, with multiple recent reports of animal and human deaths associated with heat stroke, the mission of … Continue reading Too Hot to Handle: Keeping Your Pet Safe in the Summer Heat