As we all make our preparations for the winter season, ensuring that our furry friends are ready for the snowy weather can be a bit tricky. The cold and wet weather often wreaks havoc on their noses and skin, leaving them susceptible to ailments like dry, flaky skin, persistent runny eyes and nose, and ear …
Bloat in dogs, also called Canine Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus. It is second only to cancer as a killer of dogs. Bloat causes the stomach to swell with undigested food or gas. Then, for reasons that are not fully understood, it rotates cutting off its own blood supply. This makes it impossible for either food or gas …
Sleep incontinence in dogs is often triggered by hormonal imbalances and the muscular weakness that results. Medication therapy, in conjunction with diapering and regular washings, can help pet owners manage this ailment while preventing infections and discomfort. Causes of Sleep Incontinence Varying degrees of incontinence, or involuntary urination, is not uncommon in older animals, but …
Many dogs, in particular large and giant breed dogs, have the tendency to develop hip problems. These problems are often recognized during the critical stages of a puppy’s growth. However, hip problems may technically develop during any life stage, demonstrating a preference for obese dogs and senior dogs. It is generally easy to recognize hip …
Ear infections in dogs are relatively common and rank among the top causes of dog ear odor. However, there are different types of infections that warrant different treatments. Otitis externa is an infection of the outer ear, and otitis media is an infection of the middle ear. Inner-ear infections are also possible, though they are …
Animal physiotherapy, also known as veterinary physiotherapy, is the application of physical therapy principles and techniques to animals. It is a growing profession within the veterinary healthcare industry and is an important part of the rehabilitation process for many injured and sick animals. The Main Areas Where Physiotherapy Can Help Your Dogs Dog physiotherapy in …
As a cat owner, it’s important to be aware of the many dangers that could potentially harm your beloved feline friend. One such danger is exposure to harmful chemicals. There are many common household products that contain chemicals that can be toxic to cats, so it’s important to take precautions to protect your furry friend. …
When you live on a farm, much of your day is centered around taking care of various animals, some of which may include pigs, sheep, cattle, goats, chickens, and even some dogs and cats. Even if you do your best, it is inevitable that some of your farm’s animals will at some point get sick …