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Gastrointestinal Diets for Dogs and Cats
Diarrhea and vomiting are common in both dogs and cats. These problems often occur suddenly. Sometimes gastrointestinal upset can be treated at home with the help of dietary management, as long as…
Preparing for Your New Puppy
Are you thinking about getting a puppy, or are you about to welcome a new puppy into your family? In this jam-packed article all about puppies, you’ll find answers to the common questions that…
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month!
The ASPCA has dedicated a whole month to raising awareness of senior pets. These lovable animals are usually the last to be adopted from shelters. But, if you’ve ever had a senior pet, you know that…
Top 3 Causes of Conjunctivitis in Dogs
Conjunctivitis, sometimes called pink eye, is one of the most common causes of red, inflamed eyes in dogs. It causes other signs such as excessive sticky, mucopurulent, or pus-like discharge that is…
Tips for Helping Your Dog with Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety is basically a doggy panic attack that happens when your dog is left alone. This can occur even during short times away, such as going out to grab the mail. Or it might happen…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Sago Palm
Sago Palms are common across the United States, both as indoor and outdoor ornamental plants. If you have pets, it's important to know that these plants are poisonous if eaten or chewed on. Continue…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Tulips
Tulips are beautiful, popular flowers that many of us have in our gardens. But it’s important to note that the Tulipa genus of flowers is toxic to cats, dogs, and horses and can be fatal if…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Oleander
Oleanders are beautiful flowering plants that can grow incredibly large. Oleanders are commonly used in landscaping along fences for privacy and for their beauty. Unfortunately, the Oleander plant…
Poisonous Plants for Dogs and Cats: Lily of the Valley
Lily of the Valley (Convallaria majalis) is a perennial plant (grows back every year) that has small bell-shaped white flowers that are beautiful and fragrant. The plant also produces berries. It is…
Gastric Dilatation and Volvulus
If you have a large breed dog, you’ve likely heard the term “bloat” or “GDV”. This is for good reason, as GDV is one of the most serious conditions encountered in veterinary medicine. It can be…
Safe Treatments for Your Dog’s Constipation
If your dog is passing small, hard stools, or is posturing to defecate but no stool is coming out, he may be suffering from constipation. Constipation can be uncomfortable for your dog, and…
Should you be worried if your dog’s stool changes color?
Monitoring your pet’s fecal material, including color, consistency, and frequency, are important parts of attentive pet care! Anything that’s abnormal for your dog should be noted. If it’s a…
Everything You Need to Know About Xylitol Poisoning in Dogs
Xylitol is a common sugar substitute found in many different types of sugar-free foods and other products for human consumption. Although it isn’t dangerous to people, cats, and ferrets, it is toxic…
Coffee and Other Caffeine Dangers for Dogs
Products containing caffeine are in essentially every household. But that doesn’t mean they’re safe foods for dogs to eat. In this article, we’ll explain what types of caffeinated foods your pet…
Alcohol Poisoning in Dogs
Pets can be attracted to our Friday night cocktails, especially when they’re mixed with sweet juices and liqueurs. If you suspect your pet has gotten into alcohol or is showing signs of alcohol…
The Truth About Onion and Garlic Toxicity in Dogs
Garlic and onions are from the same family, Liliaceae, and are toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. The toxic component is N-propyl disulfide and other sulfur-containing oxidants (SCO). Cats are the…
Macadamia Nut Toxicity in Dogs
The macadamia nut, also called Australia Nut and Queensland Nut, is toxic to dogs. The exact cause/substance that creates the toxicity is still unknown. Cats don’t seem to be affected, either…
Fruit Pit Concerns: Toxicity, Obstruction and Other Tummy Troubles
Fruit pits, including cherry, apricot, and peaches are toxic to pets and can cause problems if swallowed whole. This article discusses the common causes and symptoms of fruit pit toxicity in dogs,…