Some potential dangers inside our homes to our pets are obvious. We know better than to leave knives on the kitchen counter. Or place a bowl of grapes on the living room table. Or share our chocolate candy bags with our pets. But many pet parents are unaware of a quick cause of death to…
August ranks as the month when bees and wasps become more aggressive toward people and pets all across the country. Here in hot Dallas, I find myself being more vigilant to protect my pets against these winged menaces when they are on potty breaks in my fenced backyard or on daily walks in the neighborhood….
Coast to coast, the weather this summer has been fierce and challenging. Floods, wildfires,tornados and scorching temperatures are impacting people and their pets.You need a game plan to keep your family, including your pets, safe. That’s why I reached out tothe president of the American Veterinary Medical Association for identify weather safety tipsand advice. Dr….
You hear a gulping sound. You witness your pet hunched over. Then, out comes a mess out of the mouth. Question: did your dog or cat just vomit? Or was it regurgitation? Yes, this topic is far from appetizing but it’s time to learn the difference so that you can best help your pet. As…
Adopting a kitten or cat from an animal shelter or local rescue group can be fun and exciting but temper your enthusiasm with a dose of safety. In our pet first aid/CPR classes I team with the help of Pet Safety Cat Casey, I alert my students that cats are not small dogs. Cats are…
Canine ears can be floppy, folded, erect and everything in between. We know that our dogs depend on their keen sense of hearing to track their surroundings. They depend on us to make sure their ears stay healthy. That’s why it is important to conduct a weekly sniff test inside your dog’s ears, using your…
For the fourth consecutive year, the French Bulldog and Labrador Retriever claim the top two spots as the most popular dog breeds, according to the American Kennel Club. The pair could not be more different in looks or personality. Frenchies sport pushed in faces and can be a bit clingy and comedic. Labs are noted…
People regard chocolate as a sweet treat. But it can be dangerous and even deadly if eaten by dogs. Identifying Risk Factors The size of the dog plus the type of chocolate play factors in health risks. Theobromine is a chemical found in cocoa beans that acts as a stimulant when consumed. In people, theobromine…
What may be safe for dogs can be downright dangerous to cats. Case in point: hydrogen peroxide.Yes, hydrogen peroxide can be safely given to a dog suspected of ingesting a toxin to induce vomiting under certain circumstances. Play it safe by contacting a veterinarian by phone or online who can guide you on the correct…
Our dogs display lots of behaviors – some we applaud and some we abhor. Fitting in that latter category is a dog scooting his rear end on the living room rug and sometimes, in front of horrified houseguests. Don’t blame the dog for misbehaving or attention seeking. That scooting is triggered by a health or…
I live in Texas with a reputation for being scorching hot, but even the Lone Star State does experience freezing temperatures and yes, ice and snow. I also live with Kona, Emma and Nova. My dogs all sport shorthaired coats, and they definitely benefit from wearing cozy coats when temperatures dip below freezing during outdoor…
By Arden Moore Some cats vomit. Some cats regurgitate. Some do both. Both result in smelly messes. Yuck to both! Cats can be masters at hiding pain or ailments, so it is important to pay attention to these food-related actions. It is also important to know when to have your cat examined by your veterinarian….