Dog
Chiropractic Care for Pets
Over the years, society’s view of animals has changed dramatically - from working creatures that primarily lived outdoors to family members with their own calendars of activities, beds and specialty…
Ear Mites in Dogs
Ear mites are highly contagious and spread easily to other dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and other pets. On a positive note, ear mites do not typically spread to people. Ear…
10 Facts About Your Dog’s Eyes
Have you ever wondered if dogs are really color blind? Or what to expect from your dog’s vision as he ages? Keep reading to learn helpful facts about your dog’s eyes!
Sunburn in Dogs and Cats
Most of us have had a sunburn at some point during our lives. Unpleasant and painful, sunburn or solar dermatitis is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) sun rays when we spend too much time…
Pet Medication 101: Kaopectate
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 kaolin/pectin…
Pet Medication 101: Pepto-Bismol
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 Pepto-Bismol (bismuth…
Is it ok to give my dog plant-based milk?
Alternative milk options can be given to dogs in replacement of traditional cow’s milk. Plant-based milk alternatives such as soy, almond, and oats, are as nutritious as traditional milk and have…
Can I give my dog goat’s milk?
Giving milk as a supplement to a dog’s diet has been a common practice among dog owners. Milk has high amounts of vitamins and minerals and is a common choice for dog owners to use as a nutritional…
My dog has worms in his poop. What do I do?
Stool consistency can be a good indicator of a dog’s health. The gastrointestinal (GI) system plays a huge and important role in maintaining overall health in dogs. It’s responsible for absorbing…
Parasites That Cause Diarrhea in Dogs
Parasites, by definition, are organisms that live on a host organism at the expense of the host’s health. They can take many forms, from visible insect parasites to microscopic organisms in the…
Protein-Losing Enteropathy in Dogs
Protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) in dogs is a condition that causes the loss of protein from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract due to intestinal problems. It’s not a specific disease, but rather a…
Why does my dog eat his poop?
Dogs have a few quirky behaviors and habits that make them quite unique. Some of them are adorable while others can be a little weird and unusual. One common undesirable behavior that dogs show is…
Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Dogs
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in dogs is considered to be a syndrome rather than an actual disease. It’s characterized by chronic inflammation and irritation of the intestinal tract, causing…
Stomach Cancer in Dogs and Cats - Symptoms and Diagnosis
Stomach cancers are uncommon in dogs and cats and account for only < 1% of total cancer cases. However, stomach cancers often result in serious illness, and chances of recovery and remission are…
Pannus (Superficial Keratitis) in Dogs
Pannus, also called chronic superficial keratitis, typically affects both eyes. It causes pink plaques or red vessels, that are often raised, to develop on the eye. It also causes darker…
10 Facts About Your Dog's Ears
Did you know that your dog has superpowers? Dog’s ears have a superior sense of hearing with incredible sensitivity to sound waves. Read more to learn about their hearing superpower plus why and how…
Dry Eye in Dogs and Cats
When our pets look at us, it melts our hearts. Eyes reveal so much about how our pets feel about us and how we feel about them. It’s important to recognize when our furry companion is having eye…
Ear Infections (Otitis) in Dogs
Dogs have a variety of reasons they tend to develop ear infections more often than people. The shape of the ear canal, hair in the ear canals, allergies, wax build-up, and moisture in the ears are…