Cold and flu season is ending, and you have stocked up on cough drops and medicines to keep yourself healthy. While these remedies can help fight illness, remember to store these products away from pets. Cough drops can be especially dangerous for your pups. The normal ingredients in cough drops, including sugar, menthol, eucalyptus oil, […]
Cancer is a leading cause of death in dogs aged 10 and older.1 About half of these cancers are curable if caught early. Lymphoma and bone cancer are two of the most common in dogs. Some breeds also seem to be prone to certain cancers. Below are some common symptoms of cancer in dogs to […]
Periodontal disease is a frequent problem seen in veterinary practices. Primary-care veterinary practices, where diagnosis of periodontal disease is predominantly based on visual oral assessment of conscious dogs, report an average prevalence of 9.3 to 18.2% within the dog population.1 Oral health should not be neglected. Good oral hygiene can prevent certain health issues that […]
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, is a life-threatening condition in dogs. GDV happens when the stomach expands well past its normal size because of trapped gas or fluid. Afterwards, the stomach begins to twist around itself. This can cause major damage to the stomach and surrounding organs. GDV is a life-threatening event that, […]
You may have heard that dogs are good judges of character. But did you know they can tell when people are liars? Akiko Takoaka, Ph.D, of Kyoto University, conducted a study of 24 dogs. A researcher pointed to a container with food concealed underneath. All the dogs went to the container. The researcher then pointed […]
Dog owners love their furry friends. It’s also important to pet owners that their pets love them, too. However, since pets can’t speak, how can one tell if his or her dog is truly happy? Below are some simple ways to read a dog’s body language and behavior to gauge their happiness. There are other […]
Ear hematomas are fluid-filled pockets on the inside of the earflap. They are most commonly seen in floppy-eared dogs but can occur in other dog breeds and even cats. Hematomas develop when the tiny blood vessels in the ear rupture, bleed under the skin, and form the fluid-filled pocket. Most ear hematomas develop from dogs […]
Veterinarians have all been taught that it is not possible for pets to catch the flu from humans, but it turns out this may not be the case anymore. While not common, recent studies show that it is possible for a pet to contact the influenza A virus, better known as the flu, from humans.1 […]
For your pet’s health, it’s important that you safely store food and treats. Proper storage helps prevent your pet from having health problems related to overeating or eating pet food that isn’t fresh or is meant for another pet. Proper storage of pet food and treats maintains the products’ nutritional value and keeps information handy […]
Keeping our pets in shape is a part of keeping them healthy. Sometimes that’s easier said than done. Bad weather and other events can keep us indoors for long periods of time. That doesn’t mean let the animal be a couch potato for the day. There are still fun ways to engage in play while […]
