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7 Things To Do NOW To Be Ready For Fireworks

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:33:55 +0000

It's almost here. Fireworks season. Every year I think "oh it won't be so bad" when the fireworks start. But, as those of you who live with a noise-phobic dog (or cat) know, it always is that bad, and sometimes worse, than I expect. All it takes is one ka-boom and the trembling starts.

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Help - My Dog Stinks

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:33:37 +0000

Have you ever asked what you can do to get rid of that "doggie" odor in your pet? It may not be as simple as changing the shampoo you use. Various skin and coat conditions can cause foul odor that may or may not be helped by simply bathing your pet.

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Smelly Feet - My Dog's Feet Smell Like Corn Chips

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:33:42 +0000

Questions about pet odors are common. Often a bad smell indicates a problem or disease process, but not always.

What should you do if you notice that your dog's feet have an odor, often described as smelling like corn chips or old popcorn? Is this something to worry about? Read this FAQ to find out more about what is commonly termed "Frito Feet."

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Nutrition Q & A: Dietary Supplements

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 05:33:08 +0000

If you feed your dog a commercial diet, do you need to supplement? What about home-cooked diets? Is it OK to supplement food to encourage appetite?

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Interview with Obie's Surgeon: Dr. Alon Kramer DVM ACVS

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 06:33:13 +0000

We met Obie, the World's (formerly) Fattest Dachshund, in the first interview of this series.

In this interview, meet veterinary surgeon Dr. Alon Kramer DVM ACVS who did the surgery to remove Obie's excess skin after shedding 40 pounds (18.2 Kg). Learn how things went pre- and post-op for Obie as he regains mobility and overall good health.

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Will Dogs Stop Playing If They Are Too Hot?

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 03:33:04 +0000

Dogs cannot sweat to cool down like people. They can sweat a little through their paw pads, but the main way dogs cool down is by panting. Given cool shade and water to drink, will dogs "know" when to stop and take a rest while at the beach or dog park?

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Meet Obie the World's (formerly) Fattest Dachshund

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 03:33:22 +0000

What can seem like an impossible task and goal steals the willpower and resolve of even the most dedicated. The story of Obie the Dachshund though, may just change your mind.

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Tick Twister - Tick Removal Tool

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 03:33:08 +0000

Ticks spread diseases to animals and humans through bites. They remain attached to the skin, ingesting blood for several hours before falling off. Early removal is key to lowering chances of contracting diseases such as Lyme Disease, Ehrlichiosis and Babesiosis.

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What is Jaundice?

Thu, 30 May 2013 00:43:04 +0000

Jaundice, also known as icterus, isn't a disease in an of itself. Rather, it is a symptom of disease. Often serious underlying disease. Jaundice is a yellowish tinge to the skin, gums, and membranes around eyes, caused by elevated levels of a pigment called bilirubin in the blood. Bilirubin is a byproduct of the breakdown of red blood cells.

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Leptospirosis in Dogs

Tue, 28 May 2013 12:33:02 +0000

Leptospirosis is a bacterial disease which can affect many animals. It is rare in cats, but more common in dogs. Leptospirosis is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be passed from animals to humans. (Learn more about human infections from the CDC fact sheet on Leptospirosis in people.)

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