Pets for Seniors
There are many benefits to the sharing of lives with a pet for senior citizens. A sense of connection Loving companionship The power of touch Increased activity, exercise, and mobility…
Any Dog Can Bite
Any dog can bite. Many of us don’t think that to be true, but it’s something we should always keep in the back of our minds. Even the most well-behaved,…
Fit vs. Fat: Cat Edition
We all want our feline friends to be happy and healthy. By taking an active role in their weight management we can achieve that goal. Overweight cats can be predisposed…
Feline Leukemia Virus
Most of us have heard of Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), a fatal and contagious disease of cats. It can cause severe and irreversible anemia, cancer, or terminal immunosuppression. One of…
Ticks 101
Tick Talk I grew up during the ’60s in a small coal-mining town on the edge of the Poconos. The veterinarian nearest to us was 12 miles away and he…
Cats Are Different!
Cats are unusual, mysterious, and fascinating. They are both predators and prey in the wild, and therefore their communication can be very subtle…body language and facial expression. They also hide…
Over-The-Counter Medications
Over-the-counter medications are so commonly used by people for anything from allergy and pain relief to upset stomachs, diarrhea, and constipation, but are they safe for our pets? While there…
Dogs and Thunderstorms
You probably heard it repeatedly right around the Fourth of July in relation to fireworks—leave your pets at home. But the reason extends to more than just fireworks. Many dogs…
How to Check Your Pets for Ticks
I went for a walk with my pet. Now what?The warm summer months mean spending more time outside and unfortunately, ticks. Many ticks are co-infected, meaning that they carry more…