It’s cold outside! For many of us in the United States, the winter months mean snow and ice. Whether the snow has you dreaming of making snow angels or wishing you were at the beach, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) has a few tips you should keep in mind...
Pull out those winter coats and bundle up — winter is here! For many of our furry friends living in the cooler parts of the country, it’s the best time of year with lots of frolicking in the snow with no hot summer sun in sight. Though they, and many of us pet...
by Jennifer Borrese and Clare MulroyDazzling lights, champagne toasts, watching the ball drop – what better way to celebrate the start of 2025 than by watching New Year’s Eve fireworks light up the skies?Fireworks may be an exciting spectacle for us humans, but...
The holiday season is upon us, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to remember to keep your pet’s safety top of mind. For whichever holiday you may be celebrating, the ASPCA...
by Fiona TappReviewed by Dr. Fiona LeeWhether you’ve had your senior cat since they were a kitten or you’ve adopted an older kitty in their sunset years, there’s no denying that as cats age, their health needs change significantly.Senior cats are...
Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from ice-melting agents are licked off of...
by Stephanie Gibeault, MSc, CPDTDog body language involves a series of unique methods for communicating emotions and intentions. It can be quite different from how humans communicate with one another.A lot of canine communication consists of barks, whines, and growls,...
Let’s face it, though we love seeing friends and family and eating delicious meals, Thanksgiving can be a pretty hectic day for those who celebrate. Whether you’re making last minute trips to the grocery store, trying to fit everything in the oven or sitting in...
Posted by Volhard Dog Nutrition on Feb 21st 2022Has the harsh winter season affected the health of your dog’s skin? Do you lay in bed and hear thump, thump, thump? The winter season brings about the winter itch, a state of dryness and itchiness that affects your...
by Elizabeth Racine, DVMWhat breed is your dog? If you’re thinking of using a dog DNA test, here’s what you need to know.We love our mixed breed pups! If you’ve got a dog who is a true mutt, then you may have considered carrying out dog DNA tests and...
