Happy Pawlidays: Five Pet-Safe Gift Ideas
Holiday celebrations are in full force and the hustle and bustle of the season includes family meals and marathon shopping sessions. However, the season of giving is not just for humans anymore. According to pet retailer Zulily more than 50 percent of Millennial pet owners purchase monthly gifts for their [...]
A Complex Cat Condition: Understanding Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease
Cat owners know the challenge of deciphering their feline companion’s likes, dislikes, and desires, beyond a full food dish. Cats have unique personalities and ways of communicating. Some will shift from purring to hissing in what seems to be a nanosecond while others are constant cuddle buddies who rarely make [...]
When Less is Not More: Understanding Nutritionally-Mediated Dilated Cardiomyopathy in Pets
Our pets are family and regular veterinary checkups, exercise, and preventive care are critical to ensure they remain healthy through all life stages. Proper nutrition is also a vital component of your pet’s organ function and overall health and pet owners have a wide variety of choices when it comes [...]
No Bones about It: 5 Tips for a Safe Pets-Giving
The dropping temperatures and pumpkin spice-filled air let us know that the largest meal of the year is quickly approaching. Many people start their Thanksgiving preparations weeks in advance to ensure they are ready for the marathon cooking event and holiday celebrations would not be complete without including their four-legged [...]
The Trickiness of Treats: Understanding Pet Pancreatitis
Seasonal sweets and treats are upon us and as the temperatures drop, a wide selection of holiday foods appears to celebrate the holiday season. Many pet owners want to ensure their four-legged companions are included in family celebrations. It is not uncommon for pets to have Halloween costumes, festive collars, [...]
The Sugar Crash: Understanding Pet Diabetes
It is not uncommon for pets to mimic their owner's expressions, moods, or love for the same delicious treats. Our pets are family and naturally we want to share all of life's joys including sweet treats with them. However, too much of a good thing can be dangerous for pets, [...]