If you’re a dog owner, then you know that keeping your pup healthy and happy is a priority. But how do you know when it’s time to take your pup to the vet? Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your pup is having an issue that needs medical attention right away, or if …
It can be difficult to find the best and right antibiotic for your pet. Given the stress involved in a situation where your beloved pet needs to be treated for an illness, it can seem difficult to parse through all the information. Luckily, these antibiotics can be broken down simply into a few categories. For …
Helpful or harmful? Some dog medications can have serious side effects! While medications are necessary from time to time, dog owners need to make an informed choice when it comes to giving certain dog medications. Let’s take a look at the possible dog medication side effects so that you can make an informed decision. Corticosteroids …
If you’ve had a cat for any length of time, you will likely have had an experience with feline illness. Cats can be pretty resilient and hardy and they often hide their symptoms when they’re unwell. However, if you are thinking your cat might be unwell, there will be signs to look for. From ignoring …
Has your dog hurt his back and you are wondering if dogs can have a herniated disc? If so, you are in the right place as we are discussing the signs and symptoms of a herniated disc in dogs. The discs in your dog’s back serve as shock absorbers for his spine. So when one …
Dog owners can feel stressed out when their pet is sick. Usually, a sick puppy or dog will get over the sickness in a few days. However, here are five tell-tale signs that your dog needs immediate help at an animal hospital. Vomiting or Diarrhea for More Than 24 Hours Vomit and diarrhea that occurs …
Bloat in dogs, also called Canine Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus. It is a life-threatening condition 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 (twisted stomach) cutting off its own blood supply. This makes it impossible …
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 …