Summer is finally here. Warmer weather draws us outdoors, and naturally our dogs come along for the fun. When the days turn hot, canines and humans alike seek out the cooling properties of water. To beat the heat, find safe places to let your dog swim and cool off. Some dogs naturally take to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Why Not Take Your Best Friend Along?
Want some action or adventure? Or are you in the mood to be pampered and spa-d? Here are the spas, resorts, a château or two, and cruises you can enjoy with your dog… A small hotel in a Midwest town received a letter from a vacationer who asked if his dog would be allowed to […]