Toxic blue-green algae is responsible for the deaths of a number of dogs this summer. Though many dogs enjoy nothing more than frolicking in the water during the warms months of summer, this seemingly harmless activity has proven to be very dangerous. Toxins from blue-green...
Helping to eradicate rabies one vaccine at a time is at the heart of a partnership between PetWellClinic and Merck Animal Health. "Working toward a world free of rabies" is the goal of this program from Merck. Rabies is an entirely preventable disease and mass...
Feeling confused about preventive healthcare for your pet? Uncertain whether your pet's prevention medication protects against heartworm as well as fleas and ticks? You are not alone. According to a recent report, 1 in 4 dog owners believed they were giving heartworm preventive when in...
Pets make us laugh. They provide unconditional love. Pets help teach us compassion and understanding. Great company for young and old alike, pets bring untold joy and pleasure to our lives. They also offer a wealth of benefits for our overall health and well being....
The risk of leptospirosis is increasing due to flooding. Higher than normal spring rains are also a factor. Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease that can cause serious illness in dogs, other animals and people. It is caused by bacteria called leptospires which live in water...
Dogs make our lives happier and healthier. They also help us connect to others in our communities and neighborhoods. Getting outside to take a walk with your dog is not only great exercise, it provides an opportunity to meet people. By following some simple rules...
An acquaintance recently shared a story about his dog eating several packets of Splenda. His wife, who was at home with their newborn, phoned him at work in a panic. She was worried their dog had been poisoned. He admitted he consulted Dr. Google instead...
More seniors are sustaining fractures while walking their dog. According to a new study published by the University of Pennsylvania, fractures among older adults have more than doubled from 2004 to 2017. Over this 13 year period, US residents 65 years and older experienced a...
As your pets get older, he may face certain health issues. Much like your own, every stage of your pet's life has its rewards and challenges. These challenges may include hearing or vision loss, arthritis, cancer, cognitive disease, kidney disease, heart disease, hypothyroidism and periodontal...
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...