Protect your pet in cold winter weather by taking extra precautions. Cold temperatures can cause dogs and cats to suffer from chapped paws and itchy, dry skin. Chemicals used to melt ice can be hazardous if ingested by pets. Simply by taking some common sense...
Choosing the best food for your pet is a key ingredient in their overall health. Several factors should be considered when choosing the best diet for your pet. Age is the number one consideration. Puppies and kittens have different nutritional requirements than adult dogs and cats. Chronic...
Rabies has been confirmed in a black bear found dead in North Carolina. Discovered in Fairfield, NC on December 17, 2018, a necropsy performed on the bear by the Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study at the University of Georgia confirmed the cause of death as...
Dental cleanings are important for your pet's overall health. Periodontal disease occurs when your pet has poor dental hygiene. Periodontal disease can cause severe problems and pain for pets. It can also result in other health problems. Most pets show signs of periodontal disease by...
If you are planning a trip during the holidays and wish to safely travel with your dog, we've done the homework for you. Though holiday travel can be stressful, especially when traveling with children and pets, it does not have to be. Planning ahead will...
Safely traveling with your pet during the holidays is possible. While holiday travel can be stressful, bringing your pet can make it especially so. However, it does not have to be. To achieve a happy, safe holiday trip with your pet, the key is to...
Raw pet food diets are popular and somewhat controversial. But are raw pet food diets healthy and safe? Several studies indicate there are potential risks involved in feeding pets a raw food diet. Processed raw pet food diets are frozen or freeze-dried and typically consist of...
A primary reason cats are abandoned to shelters is due to feline inappropriate elimination. This is when a cat urinates and defecates outside their litter box. Feline inappropriate elimination may be related to an underlying medical condition or an aversion to the litter box. It...
Training pets can be hard. Separating fact from fiction about the best way to train your pet is harder. Many myths and misconceptions about the best training methods are out there. Let's take a moment to discuss three of the most common. Misconception: Puppies should have...
Body language can be difficult to read especially in pets. The ability to read a pet's body language is one of the most important skills a veterinarian possesses. Pet owners also benefit greatly from being able to correctly interpret their pet's body language. However, it...