Parvovirus in Dogs
Canine Parvovirus Overview Parvo or Parvovirus is a serious viral disease that affects puppies and young dogs. It’s been shown that certain breeds of dogs are more susceptible to the disease. Rottweilers, Doberman Pinschers, Pit Bulls, Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds have an increased risk to the disease. Carriers of the infection can shed the […]
Osteosarcoma in Dogs
Canine Osteosarcoma Overview Osteosarcoma is the most common bone tumor in dogs. Bone cancer usually affects older or giant breed dogs, but has been seen in younger dogs as well. It’s rare in cats. Although it is an aggressive cancer that can be found in any bone, it mostly develops in the limbs. Therefore, osteosarcoma […]
Euthanasia: Having to Face the Inevitable
Making the Decision to Euthanize Your Dog Losing a beloved pet is hard enough, but deciding to euthanize your pet can be even more difficult. Some pet owners may choose not to euthanize their pet and instead make their home as comfortable as possible for their pet’s last remaining days. Whichever choice you make, read […]
A Safe and Sane Canine Halloween
How to celebrate the holiday’s spooky fun without freaking out your dog. We’re fast approaching the spookiest night of the year for dogs (and cats). Halloween can be particularly difficult for our dogs, who are assailed with new noises, doorbells ringing, and scary kids in costumes. This is a stressful time for animals, but with a […]
Halloween: Night of the Black Cat
Keeping your felines indoors—no matter what their color—is the safest way to celebrate October 31st. When October comes around, stores are filled with Halloween paraphernalia, pumpkins. While black cats remain a popular decoration to celebrate the holiday, many animal shelters are extremely cautious and refuse to adopt out black cats. Why? For safety reasons; the […]
The Wonders of Crates for Dogs
Crates are a perfect tool for training dogs both new and old. If you have a new puppy or recently adopted an adult dog, you might want to consider one of the greatest tools for dog owners: the crate. With the help of a crate, you can teach your dog how to behave in the […]
The Benefits of Grooming Your Cat
The Benefits of Grooming Your Cat If you are a cat owner, you should look for a certified cat groomer near you. Although cats are naturally fastidious and spend a good percentage of their time cleaning themselves, they can use a little help from their humans in the grooming department. There are many benefits of […]
