One of the most common conditions affecting older dogs is arthritis or degenerative joint disease. As in humans, arthritis can be very painful for your dog. It can also rob your pet’s mobility and active lifestyle. Generally, arthritis happens when an unstable joint causes the bones to move unnaturally within the [...]
Holidays Can Add on the Pounds! Not only for you, but yours pets as well. The new year brings us back to our senses, and we begin to take responsibility for our actions incliding over feeding and ove treating. While none of us likes going on a diet, help your [...]
With the holidays approaching, you may be planning on boarding your pet, having them groomed and even visiting friends and family who have pets. You never know when your dog may be exposed exposed to other animals that have kennel cough and that they are at risk of catching this highly [...]
How to Avoid Dog Ear Infections Up to 16.5% of dogs will experience an ear infection. Fortunately with a few simple preventative measures you can avoid having to deal with dog ear infections: Have a reliable ear cleansing solution Clean your dogs’ ear once every 1-2 weeks Any time your dog [...]
Ringworm, also known as dermatophytosis is not a type of parasitic worm in the skin. It is a fungal infection characterized by red, scaly and itchy skin. The rash is also circular in shape oftentimes resembling a worm. In a result, the term ringworm easily became a misnomer. As of date, [...]
Pets With Allergies Humans sneeze and sniffle; pets itch and lick. Although the symptoms are different, the cause is allergies, and it can make both pets and their humans feel miserable. Pollens, dust mites, fleas, and foods can all trigger allergies, and your pet’s veterinarian can help you identify the cause [...]
Did you know that mosquitoes can be deadly insects to people and animals alike? Mosquitos are known to carry many diseases all throughout the country and when bitten, people and animals can be affected. With the warm summer nights just ahead it is important to think about the precautions you should [...]
Or Maybe It's Dry Skin Dry skin in dogs is a condition also known as dermatosis. It is characterized by a dull coat, flaking skin, and itchiness. Dogs with this condition may also have skin that is red and irritated. Dry skin in dogs is a common condition that can have [...]
Manage Your Dog's Weight In our society, there is a huge emphasis on weight and all that goes with it. Attaining and maintaining a weight within the range recommended for your age/height range promotes a healthier life in every aspect. Unfortunately, the detrimental effects of obesity are not limited to humans [...]
Dogs With Watery Eyes Watery eyes or epiphora is a condition that causes an overflow of tears. Sometimes the cause may be due to the shape of the eyes that is seen in several breeds. As well, the overproduction of tears can be caused by other factors such entropion (eyelids turning [...]
