Squeaky Toys vs. Rope Toys
Choosing Between Dog Toys Squeaky Toys One of the most popular and attention-grabbing types of squeaky toys are the brightly colored latex toys that have a high-pitched squeaky sound. The toy’s appearance and the sound it makes when squeezed (or chewed in a dog’s case) are what usually capture a dog’s attention. These toys are […]
Is Your Pet Overweight?
Obesity in Dogs and Cats In 2014, 52.7 percent of dogs and 57.9 percent of cats in the U.S. were overweight or obese, according to Association for Pet Obesity Prevention. Overweight pets are at risk of developing a number of severe secondary medical conditions. These conditions include high blood pressure, heart and respiratory disease, osteoarthritis […]
Dog Flu Spreads, Precautions to Take
Canine Influenza Outbreak in Chicago Protecting Your Dog From the Flu Veterinarians are urging dog owners in the Chicago area to keep their pets away from other dogs. Six dogs have died from a recent canine influenza outbreak, which has infected more than 1,100 dogs. This is the largest canine flu outbreak the Midwest has […]
Breed Spotlight: French Bulldog
French Bulldog Facts History of the French Bulldog Dating back to the 19th century, French Bulldogs were and continue to be used as a human companion. Lace makers from Nottingham, England, bred these toy versions of the English Bulldog with the sole purpose of being a lap dog. After the Industrial Revolution brought lace makers […]
Dog Brushing Basics
Brushing Your Dog Brushing your dog regularly is important not only to keep your dog looking and feeling great, but also to significantly decrease shedding, get rid of dirt, remove dead hair and dry skin, and stimulate and spread the skin’s natural oils (which aid in promoting a healthy coat). Most importantly, you can become […]
Overview of Wobbler Syndrome
Wobbler Syndrome in Dogs Cervical vertebral instability, more commonly known as wobbler syndrome, is a deformity of the spinal column typically seen in large breed dogs like Doberman Pinchers and Great Danes, as they tend to experience quick growth spurts during puppyhood. Although this syndrome is relatively rare, genetic background, lifestyle and traumatic injury can […]
Common Pet Dental Problems
Dental Health Problems in Dogs and Cats With our pets living longer lives due to better medical treatments, diagnostic tools and advanced nutrition, pets are healthier and happier than ever. However, with longer lives bring more cases of dental diseases. In fact, most of the severe medical problems diagnosed in veterinary hospitals are dental problems. […]
