How to prevent your pets from overheating during the hot "dog days" of summer. Do your pets seem to have an uncanny ability to find the warmest spot in the house? And do you wonder, as they is basking in the sun during the hottest part of July, if they are getting too hot? Some of the signs a cat might show if he becomes overheated include “… open-mouth breathing and … [Read more...]
How to Find the Right Veterinarian
Establishing criteria beforehand will help you choose the best healthcare provider for your pets. Adopting a dog or cat involves more than just bringing a new pet into your home. There are many things to consider, including finding a qualified local veterinarian for your new pet(s). Selecting a veterinarian out of the myriad listings online can be a daunting task. To help, … [Read more...]
Why All Dogs Should Eat Wild Blueberries
Benefits of Wild Blueberries for Dogs The start of summer means more fruits and vegetables are in season. When browsing the blueberry section, choose wild blueberries for your dog’s food stuffed toy (and your daily smoothie). Here are the benefits of wild blueberries for dogs, and why they should eat wild blueberries several times a week. Wild Blueberries vs. … [Read more...]
How to Stop a Dog From Eating Too Fast
Stop Your Dog From Eating Too Fast If your dog inhales his food like a Hover vacuum cleaner, then you know the struggle. Eating too fast can result in choking, gagging, vomiting and swallowing excessive air, which causes bloating (accumulation of gas in the stomach). So it’s important to slow down your dog’s eating habits. For the most part, I’ve always shared my home … [Read more...]
Could Your Dog Be a Blood Donor?
Just like humans, canines sometimes need life-saving blood transfusions. Did you know that dogs have different blood types? Canine blood types are determined by elements in the blood known as dog erythrocyte antigens (DEA). While scientists have discovered at least a dozen different types of blood based on DEAs, vets consider DEA 4 to be the universal type. When a dog needs a … [Read more...]
How to Stop Your Dog From Eating Cat Poop
Stop Your Dog From Litterbox Snacking Dogs think cat poop is like cupcakes. They must have the cat poop and must have it now! I know it’s beyond disgusting and, unfortunately, I’ve never met a dog that could resist it. Cat poop is sometimes called “doggie crack” or “canine chocolate,” but I’m sure you’re just wondering how to stop your dog from eating cat poop, right? … [Read more...]
How to Stop Your Dog From Eating Cat Food
Keeping Your Dog From Eating Your Cat’s Food If you share your home with dogs and cats, your dog eating cat food is probably a very common issue. Dogs love cat food. It smells better due to its large protein and fat content, and it's usually sprayed with additional fats to entice finicky cats to eat it. Basically, cat food tastes and smells much better than dog food, so … [Read more...]
Should You Vaccinate Your Puppy?
What You Need to Know About Puppy Vaccinations Puppy vaccinations is an extremely controversial topic lately. Many pet owners are choosing not to vaccinate their dogs due to the side effects from over vaccination. Vaccinating your puppy does prevent disease, but over vaccinating can cause disease, so what should a pet owner do? Before listening to opinions and personal … [Read more...]