I've been dreading writing this article on pet euthanasia for quite some time. However, as both a veterinarian and as a dog and cat owner who has been through the difficult decision of putting a pet to sleep, I realize how important understanding the euthanasia process is for fellow pet owners. Though saying goodbye to … Continue reading Saying Goodbye: Preparing for a Pet’s Euthanasia
You may have already unleashed your sexy inner Greek god or goddess by following a Mediterranean diet high in healthy omega-3 fatty acids, but did you know thatย omega-3 fats found in fish oil benefit your dog or cat too?! Not only can a fish oil supplement improve the quality of your pet's skin and fur, … Continue reading Nothing ‘Fishy’ About Fish Oil!: How Omega-3 Fatty Acids Benefit Your Pet
Cleaning up cat pee off your carpets... or new couch... or clean basket of laundry is NO FUN!ย Having a sick kitty is even less fun. If your cat has started urinating more frequently yet only producing small volumes of urine at a time, if you observe blood in your cat's urine, or if you notice … Continue reading Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD): If Your Cat Always Needs to Go, Here’s What You Need to Know
Nothing's fancier or more refreshing than a cuppa at afternoon tea, is there? If you're a black tea lover, your dog or cat may potentially benefit from the aromatic leaves too. Here in the U.S., I've predominately been a coffee drinker myself. But when my dog had mild eye discharge, my hunky Irish husband, also … Continue reading Life Hack: Pet Edition #3: TEA-rrific Eye Cleaner
The Meowing Vet wishes you a Happy 2017!ย What are your pet's New Year's resolutions? Getting in shape? Getting braver about taking daily medications? What about a bright new smile?ย This article answers some of the common questions that pet owners have about their dog or cat's dental health, what happens during a veterinary dental cleaning, and … Continue reading New Year, New Smile: What Your Vet Wants You to Know About Your Pet’s Dental Health
The holiday decorations, the lights, the presents, the decadent foods! Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or โChrismukkah,โ this season truly is the most wonderful time of the year! Your pets will also be intrigued by the merry festivities. to ensure that they also enjoy the celebrations, follow The Meowing Vetโs 7 simple holiday safety tips … Continue reading May Your Days Be Merry and Bright: Holiday Pet Safety Tips
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