Our pets often hide their pain. Cats, especially are experts at masking pain. As a pet parent, it is important that you are aware of changes in your pets behavior that may indicate pain. Subtle signs may include pets who no longer want to jump up, or are reluctant to go up or down stairs. […]
You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather and leaving pets in hot cars, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets’ health? Here are some tips to keep your pets safe during cold weather: Winter wellness: Has your pet had his/her preventive care exam (wellness […]
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Sago palms are popular outdoor plants in the southern United States—and are also becoming popular indoor house plants throughout other areas of the country. While sago palms (Cycas revoluta) are the more commonly recognized plant, coontie palms (Zamia integrifolia) and cardboard palms (Zamia furfurecea) cause similar problems. Collectively these plants are referred to as cycads. […]
Researchers at Canisius College found that the relationship between two dogs living in the same household may impact how much influence they have on each other’s behavior. Dogs who showed little to no aggression towards their housemates were more likely to automatically follow each other than dogs who viewed their canine housemates as rivals. The […]
It is estimated that 1 out of every 100 dogs that reaches 12 years of age will develop diabetes. Information for pet owners on diabetes in their cat or dog. Source: Diabetes in Dogs & Cats | About Diabetes Mellitus
Each fall, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center notes a surge of back-to-school related pet poisonings, many of which involve kids’ backpacks and lunchboxes. Some dogs are very good at unzipping backpacks and lunchboxes and helping themselves to the contents inside. And after a long school day, many kids dump their stuff on the […]
Dog hikes There are lots of hikes for that you can take your dog on around Las Vegas. The best part is no matter what time of the year you can hike around Las Vegas. Mt. Charleston – 35 miles west of Vegas Bristlecone Trail – Best done in the fall when the leaves are changing. Cathedral Rock– A good […]
Fireworks, picnics and other Fourth of July traditions can be great fun for people; but all of the festivities can be frightening and even dangerous for animals. Noisy fireworks and other celebrations can startle animals and cause them to run away; holiday foods can be unhealthy; summer heat and travel can be dangerous; and potentially […]
How to help with your dog’s separation anxiety The Humane Society of the United States If your dog becomes destructive or soils the carpet when left alone, he’s expressing panic, not punishing you. iStockphoto.com If your dog seems to worry when you’re heading out, destroys stuff when you leave the house, follows you from room […]