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Pet Medication 101: Cyclosporine

It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Atopica (cyclosporine) is…

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Pet Medication 101: Methocarbamol

It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Robaxin (methocarbamol)…

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Pet Medication 101: Adequan

It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what Adequan is used for, how…

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Pet Medication 101: Clindamycin

It’s important to understand a medication’s uses and side effects before giving it to your pet. This medication info sheet is meant to give you a good understanding of what clindamycin is used for,…

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Enucleation Surgery: What to Expect if Your Pet Loses an Eye

Eye injuries are some of the most common injuries our pets endure. Injuries that affect the eye have a wide range of severity, from simple irritation, to surface scratches, to deep ulceration.…

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How to Check Your Pet’s Heart Rate and Other Vital Signs

During a veterinary visit, the first thing your vet will do is conduct a thorough physical exam. This allows him or her to have an initial assessment of your pet’s health condition and detect any…

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CPR Basics for Pet Parents

Just as it’s considered essential to learn basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for humans in case an emergency happens at home, knowing basic CPR for pets is now being considered equally…

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What to Do If Your Cat Has a Runny Nose

Nasal discharge, or runny nose, is not in itself an illness but rather a symptom of an underlying condition. There is a wide range of conditions that result in nasal discharge in cats, and the…

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4 Ways to Help Animals Affected by War

On February 24 this year, the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. This war is not only causing enormous suffering for humans, but also for animals. Maybe you're wondering how you can best help some…

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Diaphragmatic Hernias in Dogs and Cats

Most hernias in dogs and cats occur in the abdominal region and usually involve tissues and organs in the abdominal cavity. One common hernia that occurs in both species is called a diaphragmatic…

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What to Do if Your Pet is Choking

Despite all the things we do to protect our pets from disease and harm, unfortunate accidents can still happen. As pet parents, it is also our responsibility to be aware of the common accidents that…

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First Aid & Emergency Care for Breathing Problems in Pets

Emergencies are something we all dread. No pet parent wants to experience an emergency with their canine or feline buddy. Unfortunately, emergencies can happen despite all the necessary precautions…

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Chylothorax in Cats

The thoracic cavity, also referred to as the chest cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ survival. A disease that affects the pet’s thoracic cavity can result in serious…

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First Aid for Drowning Pets

Dogs and cats are known to be natural swimmers. In fact, some breeds of dogs have been trained to swim and retrieve things from the water. And while they’re great swimmers in short distances, they…

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Pyothorax in Dogs and Cats

The chest cavity, also called the thoracic cavity, contains several important organs essential for our pets’ health and life. Any condition that causes changes in the anatomy of the thoracic cavity…

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Signs Your Pet May Have Something Stuck in Their Nose

Cats and dogs are naturally curious animals and will wander around and explore their surroundings if given the chance. Unlike humans, dogs and cats rely on their noses when observing things from the…

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How good is a cat’s sense of smell?

You may be surprised to learn that cats and dogs have a comparable sense of smell. Cats originate from top predators in the wild that utilize their many senses to successfully hunt their prey and…

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At-Home Guide to Keeping Your Cat’s Teeth Healthy

When it comes to your pet’s dental health, prevention is better than treatment. Prevention is the best way to protect your cat from gum disease. A good dental health routine is an important aspect…

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