Pet Dental Care

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Dental care for pets is an aspect that many pet owners overlook. Proper pet dental care involves having your pet’s teeth and gums checked at least once a year by a veterinarian. Doing this checks for early indications of any problems that may be present and promotes your pet’s good health overall. Dental problems can be the cause of health problems, and in other cases the effect. Possible Conditions Just like people, pets can develop various dental conditions. One early sign of possible dental problems is a pet becoming unusually irritable. Be sure to take caution when examining your pet’s mouth as an animal in pain may bite. According to… Read More Continue Reading

Top Pet Surgeries and their Costs

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Pet surgery is something that no pet owner wants to face. Finding affordable pet surgery is often quite a challenge, especially when a specialist needs to be called in. In cases like these, people often look for pet surgery assistance options. However, this isn’t necessary in all cases. Here are the most common types of pet surgery and their average cost. Spay and Neuter As you may have guessed, spaying and neutering your pet is at the top of the list of most common pet surgeries. It involves the process of removing all or part of the pet’s reproductive organs. According to Vetinfo, the cost of this pet surgery depends… Read More Continue Reading

5 Common Dog Skin Problems

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Dog skin problems are one of the most common complaints that bring dog owners to the veterinarian. Incessant scratching and chewing around the clock makes a dog’s life miserable. Skin problems in dogs are often exhibited in one of the 5 following forms. Skin Itchiness Itchy skin, also known as pruritis, is one of the most common dog skin problems. According to Pet MD, 40% of all dogs that visit a pet for skin problems have to do with excessive itching. When a dog itches persistently, the dog can keep himself and his owner from sleeping at night. Those with itchy dogs can relate to the sound of a dog… Read More Continue Reading

Toxic Foods for Dogs

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If your dog has gotten into something he or she shouldn’t, you may be on the search for a list of toxic foods for dogs. Some foods toxic to dogs are ones you might already know about, but there are others you might not be aware of. Here is a quick list of toxic food for dogs, courtesy of ASPCA. Alcohol Hopefully you already know better than to get your kicks by giving your dog beer to drink. But, it must be mentioned. Whether it is straight up alcohol or food products that contain alcohol, it is a big no-no for dogs. Alcohol can cause vomiting, diarrhea, impaired coordination, nervous… Read More Continue Reading

Dog Urine Killing Grass: What to Do

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Also known as lawn burn, this happens when dog urine kills grass. Perhaps you have gotten a new dog and are noticing small brown patches in your yard and are left to wonder, “Does dog urine kill grass?” The answer is yes, it can. Why does dog urine kill grass? It is due to the nitrogen present in dog urine. To prevent lawn burn, you need to try to reduce the amount of nitrogen that the grass is coming into contact with. According to Doctors Foster and Smith, there are several contributing factors to this scenario. Factors That Contribute to Dog Urine Killing Grass Females void their entire bladder in… Read More Continue Reading

Pet Insurance: A Brief Comparison

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When it comes to pet insurance, many people ask themselves, “Is pet insurance worth it?” The answer isn’t a simple one, because some animals don’t have any major medical problems in their lifetime, while others do. If your dog rarely needs to visit the vet, you might not think pet insurance is needed. However, what if your precious furry child gets cancer or some other type of serious condition? In cases like these, there is no question that pet insurance makes sense. If you have decided to shop around for pet insurance, here is a short summary of common pet insurance companies. Perhaps you might begin your search for pet… Read More Continue Reading

2 Golden Retriever Dogs Tend to Their Fallen Owner for 2 Days

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According to Judy Muhe of Palmdale, Florida, she owes her life to her two golden retriever dogs, Higgins and Dodger. Here is what happened. Judy fell in her kitchen, bruising her head and shattering her shoulder. Judy is elderly, lives alone and also suffers from Parkinson’s disease. Over the next 48 hours, she drifted in and out of consciousness. As she lay on the floor unable to get up, her golden retrievers stayed right by her side. Not only was this comforting to Judy, the dogs kept her warm on her cold tile floor. Judy told ABC news that 10-year old Higgins cuddled up against her back and 4-year old… Read More Continue Reading

Tips to Protect Your Scared Dog from Fireworks

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No doubt about it, fireworks make most dogs scared as can be. This means holidays like the 4th of July and New Years can be particularly stressful for our canine companions. You may have noticed how fearfully your dog reacted on the 4th of July this year. Even the largest of dogs can turn into instant lap dogs the moment fireworks start popping. Did you know that on the 4th of July, more dogs run away from home than any other day of the year? According to Cesar Millan, it is natural for dogs to be afraid of loud noises, and running away from noise, flashing lights and a burning… Read More Continue Reading

Top Dog Apps for 2016

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Dog Apps Dog apps are a great tool for all dogs and their families. If you are like many dog lovers, you may be looking for a way to connect to dog-related information in a quick and easy fashion. Dog apps are the perfect solution for this! So here we go, charge up your smartphone and take a look at the top dog apps for 2016. iKibble Have you ever been feasting on something and had your dog come up and look at you lovingly, hoping for a bite? In many cases, people foods won’t harm your dog. However, there are particular foods out there that are toxic to dogs,… Read More Continue Reading

Summer Heat & Your Pets

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When temperatures rise, it has a big effect on humans and pets alike. Summer months cause us to be uncomfortable, and for pets it can be particularly dangerous. Thick humidity that is often present only adds fuel to the fire. Dr. Barry Kellogg, VMD of the Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association explains that during high humidity, animals are unable to cool down from normal panting. This causes their body temperature to skyrocket to dangerous levels-very quickly. According to the Humane Society of the United States, there are two critical things pet owners must do to keep their pets safe in the summer months. The first is to make sure your… Read More Continue Reading