A recent survey indicates over 50 percent of America’s pet population is overweight or obese. If you or your veterinarian feel that your pet would benefit from a reduction in body weight, this discussion should help you to understand how to help overweight dogs...
by Hillary ParkerYour beloved canine companion clearly isn’t a cow, so you might be confused when you see them eating grass. You might even be worried. Are they hungry? Bored? Sick? Will eating grass hurt them?First, rest assured that you’re not alone in your concern,...
Break out your grills, lawns chairs and festive food, because it’s that time of year again—Independence Day is just around the corner! The Fourth of July is always a great day to celebrate our nation with friends, family and furry ones alike. Like many of us, you may...
There’s a weight problem in America and it isn’t just affecting humans.The most recent statistics classify the majority of dogs in the U.S.—56%—as overweight or obese. While that makes obesity a major health crisis for dogs, it’s a problem that’s often overlooked, as...
How to keep animals cool when temperatures soar.The summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for pets and people. It’s difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures, let alone thick humidity, but things really get tough in areas that are hit...
by Dr. Fiona Lee, DVMGeneral Pet First Aid Care for Pet ParentsHaving a great veterinarian available to provide the best care for your pet is the first step to keeping your dog or cat healthy. Knowing basic pet first aid for non-serious injuries and illnesses is the...
The summer months can be uncomfortable—even dangerous—for pets and people. It’s difficult enough simply to cope with rising temperatures, let alone thick humidity, but things really get tough in areas that are hit with the double blow of intense heat and...
DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is composed of a sequence of substances known as nucleotides. It carries the unique blueprint for every individual living organism—from the smallest bacterium to humans. Genes are segments of DNA, and these code for specific proteins that...
by Jeanine Berger, DVM It’s easy to get frustrated when your puppy chews up your expensive Italian shoe or gnaws on the legs of your furniture—especially when he’s seemingly ignoring all the toys you’ve bought him. But don’t get mad or discouraged. A chewing puppy is...
by Jerry Klein, CVO Key Points on why dogs lick their paws: Occasional paw licking is normal. Licking one paw may indicate a sudden injury. Allergies and parasites can cause itchy paws and aggressive licking. As with other dog behaviors, there can be several reasons...
