My cat Pasha has been such a great companion throughout the years. When I got Pasha some 16 years ago, it was love at first site. Although cats are in general much more independent than dogs, Pasha loves affection. He loves giving it and even more so, he loves being kissed and getting belly […]
To Flea or Not to Flea – We have the answers!
Eek—Fleas! It’s flea season again! With the coming of summer it’s more important than ever for pet parents to learn how to keep their furry family members safe from the microscopic pests that could make the summer an unpleasant one at best. Even if your cat or dog is a house pet most of the […]
Pet Tattoos (No, They Don’t Hurt!)
Sometimes the death of one thing can spawn the birth of something else. Julie Moskove learned this the hard way. In 1965, while living in Brooklyn, NY, Julie returned home one night to find that her apartment had been burglarized. The television was still in place, the jewelry was untouched and no money was missing. […]
Ask the Vet: Dr. Babette
OLD DOG, NEW TRICKS: KEEPING YOUR AGED PET HEALTHY AND HAPPY Is your dog no longer jumping around like a puppy? Has your playful pooch started to sleep the day away? Dogs mature differently depending on their size and breed, and it is guessed that for every one year of our lives, a dog ages […]
Choosing a Vet You’ll Both Love
Don’t wait until an emergency arises–pets should visit the vet once a year to make sure they are healthy and up to date on their vaccinations Follow these simple steps to select the best vet for you and yours. Check References: Fellow pet owners are the best source when checking out a new vet, but […]
Preventing Puppies From Parvo
“‘Parvo in a young puppy is like 50-80% fatal,’ explains Fred Sanderson, City of Irving Animal Services Manager. ‘So I don’t want to have any potential adopters bonding with an animal, taking it home and having that experience.’” Preventing Puppies From Parvo Jennifer Dinney Every day, dogs are “rescued” off the street and whisked away […]