Dental disease is the most common health condition veterinarians see. Over half of all cats over the age of three have some form of dental disease. More than Bad Breath When we talk about dental disease, most think of unsightly tartar on the teeth, or bad breath....
It’s springtime, which means your pet might be heading outside. This is when it’s good to start thinking about protecting your pet against ticks. Why Ticks? Lyme disease is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi which is transmitted to dogs from a tick bite....
During my time as a veterinary general practitioner I have spent a lot of time talking to my clients about their pet’s nutrition. Although these conversations are typically about proper feeding amounts, I have noticed some confusion over the term...
Your beer is green, and your plate is full of cabbage and corned beef — It must be St. Patrick’s Day! No matter how you plan to celebrate, make sure your pet has a good day, too. Irish Food is People Food Traditional Irish foods such as sauerkraut, cabbage or corned...
DO Keep Chocolate away from pets! Just about everyone loves chocolate, especially on Valentine’s Day. Unfortunately, not everyone feels so good once they eat it. Dogs ingesting chocolate can experience agitation, vomiting, diarrhea, tachycardia, tremors and/or...
Declawing your cat can seem like an easy solution to problems like scratched furniture. But, it’s a procedure that can be detrimental to your cat’s physical and mental well-being. The decision to declaw should only be followed through after very serious consideration....
