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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Can Pet Insurance Really Save you Money?
For many of us, pets are more than just animals; they’re beloved members of the family. As responsible pet owners, we strive to provide the best care for our furry friends, but unexpected medical expenses can put a strain on our finances. This is where pet insurance comes into play, promising to ease the […]
In Honor of Baby Hope.. Let Sleeping Dogs Lie
DOGS LIKE “CAT NAPS” TOO While napping varies from dog to dog and depends on things such as age and personality, most dogs sleep an average of 13 to 14 hours per day. How much and when they sleep depends on the social and physical environment. An apartment or house dog will sleep much […]