2013 Featured News

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Pet-Care Resolutions for the New Year

We are about to start a new year. 2014 signals a fresh start. If you are making some New Years' resolutions this year, then you may want to consider your pets. By making resolutions that benefit ...
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When Fido Gets Old: Common Senior Ailments

As your pet ages, he or she may come across unexpected health problems. Just like humans, pets tend to develop uncomfortable issues as they age. The aches and pains are often just a part of getting ...
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Holiday Plants that Are Toxic for Your Pets

Plants can be healthy for a pet's diet, even for your carnivore cat. But some pets, indoor pets especially, may not know which plants taste awful and which are actually dangerous for them. While ...
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Winter Dog-Walking Dangers

You should still make sure to exercise your dog during the winter, but you will need to be cautious when doing so. The harsh, cold weather can be dangerous for both you and your dog if you do not ...
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The 5 Most Common Errors Pet Owners Make

Even the best intentioned owners may find themselves slipping into typical mistakes that not only can add needless stress to their lives, but can further harm their pets. So for both your sakes, it is ...
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Is Your Pet Having Digestive Issues?

Diarrhea is so common that it is actually considered the number one most common condition according to Petplan. This digestive issue can happen for a wide variety of reasons, and is actually quite ...
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Don’t Feed Your Pets Thanksgiving Leftovers!

With Thanksgiving tomorrow, you may be tempted to slip Fido some tidbits under the table, or give Fluffy some of the food that was left over after the big feast. Yet veterinarians warn pet owners that ...
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Dental Health Care Tips for Your Pet

Though bad breath may not seem like a big deal, it can be the first symptom of gum disease. In fact, without proper dental care, your pets can suffer from gingivitis, halitosis, and more. Fortunately, ...
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Diabetes in Pets: How to Manage this Illness

It is somewhat common for pets to suffer from diabetes. Typically, a veterinarian can diagnose your pet with this illness if you start seeing symptoms that seem to reflect this illness. Symptoms of ...
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How to Care for Your Aging Cat

You know that when your cat gets older, you will have to start caring differently for them than you did when they were a kitten. But when does that point begin? Usually speaking, a cat will be senior ...
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Pet Profiles: Dalmatians

Dalmatians are the spotted dogs made famous in the Disney movie 101 Dalmatians. After the film came out, thousands of eager dog-lovers headed to their local Dalmatian breeder hoping to purchase a ...
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Five Foods to Never Feed Your Dog or Cat

While you may feel like your pet is a part of the family, just remember that you cannot feed them as if they were, otherwise you could have a medical emergency on your hands. Here are several foods ...
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Ticks in Dogs

The spring and autumn seasons are when ticks are more likely to appear outdoors, and unfortunately to appear on your dog. Along with these parasites can come a host of diseases, such as Rocky Mountain ...
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Feline First Aid 101

Do you know what to do if your cat is gets injured? Chances are, you will need to be prepared ahead of time so you can help your kitty when she shows up with cuts and bruises. Even if the injuries are ...
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Dangerous Dog Treats Responsible for Pet Deaths

According to the New York Daily News, a specific dog treat sold in many stores is causing pet deaths all throughout the U.S. Reports show that the tainted dog jerky treats are from China, but are ...
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Helping Your Pet Eat Their Way to a Healthier Coat

Does your pet have flaky skin or a dull coat? This could be due to weight issues, the results of aging, or an underlying health problem, such as diabetes, an infection, allergies, or more. Sometimes, ...
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Fall Allergies and Your Pet

Whether you live in Southern California or in a "four seasons" state on the East Coast, fall brings more than just a change of color. The different weather, the dying trees, and the dryness ...
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Dogs and Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder. This could be due to lacking insulin (Type I), or from insulin resistance (Type II). A dog can have diabetes regardless of age, though older dogs are more at ...
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Herb Healing for Your Cat

Sometimes, it is best to go to the vet and get an antibiotic for your pet. Yet there are other times when a herb may be able to cure your cat's slight ailment. According to Pets MD, you can grow ...
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Lice in Cats and Dogs

If your pets are scratching themselves a lot, if their coats are looking dry and disheveled, and if they are losing hair, then they might have lice. These are parasites that have to be dealt with ...
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