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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…
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…
Parasites That Cause Diarrhea in Cats
Diarrhea is a commonly encountered health problem in cats. The severity of diarrhea can range from soft stool to a full-blown watery or bloody diarrhea, depending on the cause. In cats, one of 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…
Cat Hairball Remedies
Hairballs (technically called “trichobezoars”) are more than just unpleasant things to deal with if you share your life and home with cats. These slimy wads of undigested hair can also cause…
Is it ok to shave your cat's coat?
Cats are known for their grooming behavior. They constantly groom themselves using their rough tongue and are perfectly capable of keeping their coat well-maintained most of the time. This is the…
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…
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…
Can Dogs Get Sick From Drinking Too Much Water?
It’s so much fun to watch our dogs have a great time playing in the water, whether swimming in the pool, or frolicking in the ocean, or running through the lawn sprinkler. We know how important…
Can Dogs Eat Pineapple?
Pineapples are a popular fruit snack among many people. These succulent tropical fruits offer a unique sweet and tangy taste and are packed with nutrients that provide various health benefits to us…
Can Dogs Drink Kombucha?
It’s a trend nowadays to provide holistic food supplements to dogs for a healthier diet option. Dog owners can choose from many holistic food supplements, but one particular beverage has become a…