Articles, questions and guides on pet care.
The avocado plant, Persea americana, is toxic to many animals, but in varying degrees. If your cat or dog ate an avocado or chewed on the plant, it’s important to know what to watch for. Let’s discuss...
Lantana (Lantana camara), also called Shrub Verbena, Yellow Sage, and Red Sage, is a perennial flowering plant that is commonly used in landscaping. It grows wild in tropical regions of the US and oth...
Valley Fever (previously known as San Joaquin Valley Fever) is the common name for Coccidioidomycosis, an infection caused by a fungus that exists in the Southwestern United States. Continue reading t...
Unfortunately, diarrhea is a frequent reason why dogs are seen by their vet. We recognize it by our dog’s frequent trips outside, which often result in watery, mucousy, or sometimes bloody stool. If y...
Our pets are family and we often think of them as a miniature version of ourselves. When it comes to over-the-counter medication such as laxatives (both oral and rectal), we may think it’s safe and ha...
If you’re worried your pet may not be feeling well, a natural question that comes to mind is “Does my dog have a fever?” If it’s elevated, what does that mean? What types of problems can cause fever, ...
Unfortunately, vomit happens. And while it can be scary to see your dog throw up, it’s helpful to know what might be causing the problem, and if there’s anything you can do about it without taking you...
Many pet lovers have experienced caring for a cat or dog with diarrhea. So don’t worry, you're not alone! Diarrhea is characterized by frequent passing of stools, often watery or containing mucus. Alt...
Melatonin is an over the counter supplement often used by people to help them sleep. It is used in veterinary medicine for a variety of reasons in dogs, cats, and ferrets. Keep reading to find out abo...
As old age creeps up, you may notice the first signs of mobility problems in your pet such as reduced activity, stiffness, limping, and (particularly cats) struggling to jump up onto furniture. The li...
Has your dog recently been diagnosed with allergies? Atopy, or “allergic dermatitis” is one of the most commonly diagnosed causes of itching in dogs. Read on the learn about why dog’s develop atopy, h...
If your pet is itchy, you might be wondering if they have a food allergy. While true food allergies aren’t as common in pets as one might think, it’s still possible that your dog or cat’s food is cont...
If you take a daily vitamin or supplement, you might be wondering if your pet needs to take one too. Is it safe to give your pet the same vitamin that you take? Read more about the benefits, safety, a...
Service Dogs are trained from a very early age to perform specialized tasks for people with disabilities. This makes them quite different from other types of working dogs. Continue reading to learn mo...
Christmas is a favorite time of year for many people. With the magic of the holidays, also comes some risks for our furry family members. Here we’ll discuss common problems you may encounter with you...
Christmas is a busy and exciting time for many people and their pets. Unfortunately, this can also mean unexpected dangers for our feline family members. Let’s discuss some common hazards you may enco...
Cystitis, or bladder inflammation, is a common and painful condition in cats that can cause bloody urine. If your cat has ever shown signs of pain when urinating or passed small amounts of urine in od...
My cat is sitting in the litterbox trying to urinate, crying and not producing any urine. How can I help my cat? If your cat is unable to produce urine this is a medical emergency and your cat needs e...
Neuter is the medical term for removal of the reproductive organs in both male and female animals. Spaying specifically refers to females and castration specifically refers to males. Neutering your pe...
One of the most common health concerns for cat owners is vomiting. While it may be as simple as a hairball or an upset stomach, your cat’s vomiting could also be something more serious that requires v...
There are many potential causes of sneezing in cats and kittens. The most common categories are upper respiratory infections, rhinitis or sinusitis, nasopharyngeal polyps, foreign bodies, parasites, t...