With Valentine’s Day drawing near, there will be temptations all around – for both humans and our pets! Below are a few of the common Valentine’s Day toxins. 1. Roses Although roses don’t often cause serious poisoning beyond gastrointestinal upset, there’s risk for trauma to the mouth and paws from the thorns. Additionally, if a […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
The holidays are stressful enough without having to worry about a potentially poisoned pet. Below is a list of holiday-related decorations, plants and food items that the veterinarians at Pet Poison Helpline recommend keeping away from pets. * Holiday Ornaments: When decorating for the season, consider your pets. Holiday decorations such as bubble […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
We all know that chocolate is toxic to dogs. But were you aware of the host of other items that can be harmful to your pet? Take a minute to read the following list – you just might be surprised at the dangers lurking in your home. According to the ASPCA, of the 167,000 poisoning cases […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Chocolate Toxicity in Dogs How many times have you been eating that chocolate chip cookie when you look over and see those sad puppy dog eyes staring at you? You remember hearing that chocolate is toxic to dogs. But what makes chocolate toxic to dogs and why is it that some dogs […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
With recent storms and power outages, disaster preparedness has made front page news. Many of us have the intention of making plans for our homes and loved ones, but we didn’t. There is no time like the present to set up your plan and gather supplies. * Proper Identification: in the event of a […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
For those of you who attend our canine social hour, you are familiar with Amy Liss, owner of Amy’s PAWsitive Dog Training, LLC. We wanted to give you a little more information regarding Amy and her training. Amy is a graduate of the American Behavior College where she earned her certification as an ABC Certified […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
What is Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease? Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) describes a collection of conditions that can affect the bladder and urethra of cats. This syndrome can have many possible causes, but cats generally exhibit similar, recognizable signs. Cats with FLUTD usually show signs of difficulty and pain when urinating, increased frequency […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Did you know that certain plants can be toxic to your pets? Take a look through this list to see if any of these plants are living in your house or yard!
Dental disease is the #1 most-diagnosed problem, with nearly 70% of dogs and cats having some form of dental disease by two years of age. So why isn’t more done about dental disease in our pets? Are we as owners unaware of this problem? Does cost turn us off to having a dental procedure performed […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Overview Gastric dilatation is a condition that can develop in many different breeds of dogs. The condition is commonly associated with large meals and causes the stomach to dilate because of food and gas and may get to a point where neither may be expelled. As the stomach begins to dilate and expand, the pressure in the […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Every year, thousands of dogs suffer from heat stroke, which is defined as the elevation of body temperature above normal levels due to the production of excessive heat, exposure to excessive ambient temperatures or failure of the body properly to lose heat. Heat stroke is not the same as “having a fever.” Heat stroke, also […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Healthy cats can carry six members of the Bartonella bacteria family in their blood, which are transmitted between cats by fleas and ticks. The bacteria can be spread to people via cat scratches, bites, contact with fur, and probably rarely by infected fleas and ticks. Prevalence of Infection The prevalence of Bartonella-infected cats varies […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
You’ve probably heard news reports of dogs suffocating inside cars on warm days. Here are suggestions for educating people about leaving pets in cars, and what to do if you see a pet in distress. The dangers: It takes only minutes for a pet left in a vehicle on a warm day […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
DENTAL DISEASE DENTAL DISEASE IS THE #1 DIAGNOSED HEALTH ISSUE IN DOGS & CATS. Most pets with painful dental conditions do not show clinical signs that are obvious to the owner, but this does not mean that they are not feeling pain. They cannot tell you about the pain. In the wild, animals tend to […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
HEARTWORM DISEASE What causes heartworm disease? Heartworm disease is caused by a parasite called “Dirofilaria immitis”. Heartworms are most commonly found in dogs. However, they can infect a wide variety of mammals including cats, ferrets, sea lions, bears, foxes, wolves, coyotes, and even people. Adult heartworms generally live in the heart and major […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Feline leukemia is one of the most important causes of illness and death among cats. It causes cancer in about 20% of infected cats and also contributes to other infectious diseases (such as anemia) by suppressing the immune system and bone marrow production. A major source of spreading the disease is persistently infected cats that appear […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
Fleas, Ticks and Your Pet Fleas are probably the most common ectoparasite (external parasite) of dogs and cats worldwide. In addition to just being a nuisance, flease are responsible for flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) in dogs and cats, which is estimated to account for over 50 percent of all the dermatological cases reported to veterinarians. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
What is leptospirosis? Leptospirosis, or lepto, is a deadly bacterial disease spread by wildlife and domestic animals. Lepto is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be passed from animals to people. Lepto has been diagnosed in all types of dogs. All breed and sizes of dogs are at risk. Common lepto carriers include raccoons, skunks, […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
The rabies virus represents a serious risk to people and their pets – with hundreds of cases in pets each year in the United States alone. All it takes to contract this deadly disease is exposure to an infected animal through a scratch, cut or bite. Fortunately, there’s something you can do. A simple vaccination […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
More popularly known as Kennel Cough, Infectious Tracheobronchitis is a highly contagious disease that is spread through airborne droplets. Infectious Tracheobronchitis spreads freely at boarding facilities, grooming facilities, dog parks – basically any social situation that you may find a dog in. Like whooping cough in humans, kennel cough is an inflammation of the upper airways. […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry…
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