With leaves falling from the trees, the days getting shorter and the weather changing, one can’t help but think about changes that we and our pets go through. Just as with humans, dealing with a dog’s and cat’s aging process calls for some adjustments in lifestyle. However, with good planning, care, and nutrition, there’s no […]
Ask the Vet: To Flea or Not to Flea!
Fortunately, today there is no excuse for a pet with parasites. There used to be sprays, smelly baths, and dips, but many of these were so toxic that they would do more harm than good. As well they couldn’t be used on cats, young animals and certain breeds without deadly results. Now, luckily, all of […]
Winterizing Your Pets
You are bundling up for a walk through a winter wonderland. You put on your hat, gloves, scarf and make sure your tootsies are wrapped in the best footwear money can buy. Then you grab a leash and take your dog outside with you. Looking down, you realize your puppy is naked as the day […]
Safety First! Care For Your Pet This Holiday Season.
The holiday season is a wonderful ad exciting time for all of us. Our animals are also affected by all of the excitement, but because of their special situations and vulnerabilities, we need to take extra care to prevent unnecessary injuries and illnesses. Let’s start with winter weather issues. Though our animal charges come […]
Pet Health Insurance
When John Liu’s pug snuck into the kitchen and consumed an entire box of donuts a year ago, the last thing John expected was a veterinary bill of $1,800. “She started vomiting a few hours afterward,” he lamented. “I rushed her to my vet where she was eventually diagnosed with pancreatitis.” After numerous blood […]
The Miracle of the Needle
How to help your pet feel better when traditional medicine is not enough. 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. Sally Hinkle’s 11-year-old schnauzer Dex was having trouble walking and a long history of […]