Filter Failure: What Happens When a Pet’s Kidneys Can't Keep Up
A Guide For Pet Owners Learning About Kidney Disease In Cats And Dogs When we think about vital organs required for life in most animals, the heart may be our first thought. However, there are organs just as important that don’t quite get the same amount of attention, like the kidneys. In our pets, the kidneys filter waste, balance internal fluids, regulate and produce hormones for red blood cell production, and participate in blood pressure regulation.
Indoor vs. Outdoor Cats: Health Risks and Benefits
The decision of whether to keep a cat indoors or let it explore outdoors is something that cat owners have debated for years. Some believe that cats are happiest when they have the freedom to roam, while others prioritize safety and longevity by choosing to keep their felines indoors. But what’s truly best for your cat? In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at the pros and cons of both lifestyles, shine a light on the biggest risks and benefits, and even explore safe alternatives that let our cats enjoy the best of both worlds.
Why Resource Guarding in Dogs Is a Problem & What to Do About It
Have you ever gone to pick up your dog's favorite toy while cleaning, only to be met with a deep growl and a hard stare? Or was there a time that you forgot to add something to your dog's food bowl, and when you approached them to add it, they lunged or even snapped at you?
The Ultimate Guide to Puppy and Dog Vaccine Schedules: What Shots Do Dogs & Puppies Need?
Ensuring your dog stays healthy starts with a comprehensive vaccination plan. A proper puppy vaccine schedule is essential to protect against various infectious diseases. In this guide, we’ll discuss core vaccines, lifestyle-based vaccines, and recommended vaccine schedules for puppies and adult dogs based on recommendations and guidelines from veterinary professionals and organizations.
5 Tips for Selecting the Best Flea and Tick Prevention For Your Dog
Fleas and ticks may be tiny, but they can cause some big problems for our cats and dogs. As responsible dog owners, it's crucial to prioritize flea and tick prevention to keep our dogs happy, healthy, and itch-free. But with so many options available, how do you choose the right prevention method?
Pet Heart Health 101: Common Cardiac Conditions in Dogs & Cats
Many pet owners mistakenly believe that unless their pet is predisposed to heart conditions or entering their senior years, cardiac health isn't an immediate concern. The truth is that heart disease and other cardiac-related conditions can affect any pet at any time in their life. This is why it's so important for pet owners to understand that how they care for their pet throughout their entire life can greatly impact the health of their heart and either prevent or encourage the development of heart issues.
How to Introduce Dogs to Each Other: Expert Tips for a Positive First Encounter
Introducing dogs to one another may seem simple, but without the right approach, these interactions can go wrong quickly and result in a number of socialization issues for your dog later in life.
A Veterinarian's Role In The One Health Perspective
We all know that human and animal health is directly impacted by the surrounding environment. Less defined are the specific roles that professionals play in keeping the balance between environmental health, human health, and animal health. Veterinary professionals balance concepts about zoonotic diseases, parasites, and generalized animal medicine on a daily basis. In doing so we not only protect our patients but safeguard their owners and entire communities.
Veterinary Big Box and Online Pricing: Why is My Veterinarian Always More Expensive?
Since 2008, pet owners have been inundated with advertisements and emails promising savings and convenience when purchasing veterinary products through online retailers or big-box stores. These early marketing campaigns often portrayed veterinarians unfairly, asking questions like, “Why take an expensive trip to the vet and pay outrageous prices for the same products?”
Palliative and Hospice Care for Pets: Compassionate End-of-Life Care for Dogs and Cats
Caring for a pet during their final days is one of the most emotional challenges a pet parent can face. While euthanasia is often thought of as the only option, many families are surprised to learn that hospice and palliative care services are available for their pets to provide comfort, dignity, and guidance during this sensitive time. These specialized services focus on managing your pet’s physical needs while offering compassionate support to help you make thoughtful, informed decisions about their end-of-life care.