With airlines and hotels becoming increasingly pet-friendly, more and more of us are traveling with our puppies and pooches in tow. But as logistics have become easier, sometimes our pets still have trouble navigating the big and scary world of travel. Animal Fair looks at several remedies for treating travel anxiety in our pets. “A […]
East Meets West: Acupuncture For Animals in Honor of Chinese New Year
In honor of the Chinese New Year, Animal Fair investigates the medical potential of veterinary acupuncture. Dex, the schnauzer, was having trouble walking. The eleven-year-old also had a history of liver problems, which made his owner, Sally Hinkle, wary of using traditional arthritis medication. So Hinkle turned to Dr. Terry Brockman, a vet with over 20 […]
10 New Year’s Tips 4 Puppy Proofing Your Home!
Bringing a new pet home can be an exciting and special time for your family. But for your new pet it can be stressful if not done properly. Ease the pressure by following these 10 simple tips when you bring your new pet into your family. 1. Puppy proofing…Look for low wires, small objects, and […]
Merry Christmas! Keep Paws Off These Howliday Plants!
This Howliday Season, ‘Deck the Halls’ without the holly! Although boughs of holly and mistletoe are beautiful and traditional decorations, they are harmful to your pets! Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea while mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. Many holiday varieties of lilies can also […]
Keep Your Pets Safe From Holiday Shenanigans!
We all look forward to the holidays as a time to relax, celebrate and spend time with family and friends. As our pets are part of the family, we certainly don’t want to exclude them from the festivities. However, though not always obvious, the holidays can create many potential hazards for pets. Here are […]
Birthday Pups: The True Time Warp Of Dog Years
Let’s say today is your dog’s birthday and they’re turning three; so that means that in dog years, they’re 21 years old and officially a legal adult, right? Wrong. Most of us have gone our whole lives following the belief that one dog year is equivalent to seven human years, but studies now […]