Can Cats Eat Chocolate?
Sharing food with pets is something most pet parents can admit to doing. Generally, pet parents talk about the “puppy-dog pout” that persuades them to share food with their dog. However, cat parents know that cats can have their own feline version of the “puppy-dog pout”. Like dogs, cats can be very persuasive (if not […]
3 Most Common Cancers In Cats
Around one in three cats will eventually develop cancer in their lifetime. While not every case is typical, the majority of cancers that affect cats fall into three types: lymphoma, skin cancer, and breast cancer. Early detection is key to successful treatment with any type. By getting to know the common cancers that affect cats, […]
5 Benefits of Switching To An Automatic Litter Box
Are you thinking of switching to an automatic litter box? Daily scooping becomes a thing of the past as your cat’s wastes and associated odors are neatly stashed away after each use. Learn five reasons why pet parents are switching to automatic litter boxes – and wishing they’d done it sooner. 5 Benefits of Switching […]
Advantage II FAQ
Advantage II for Cats Can I bathe my cat after applying Advantage II? Yes. Advantage II is waterproof after 24 hours. However, we suggest bathing your cat before applying Advantage II. Just make sure your cat is thoroughly towel-dried before application. If you choose to bathe your cat in between treatments, we recommend use of […]
Does Your Cat Hate Their Carrier? How To Make It Their Safe Haven
Does your cat’s overwhelming hatred for their carrier have you dreading vet visits? Do they struggle, hiss, and scratch when you try to place them inside? Being forced into a confined space is enough to aggravate any feline. It doesn’t have to be that way. When their carrier becomes a cozy nook, getting your cat […]
15 Most Overlooked Signs of Anxiety in Cats
In honor of Pet Anxiety Awareness Month, we’re highlighting all of the symptoms, treatment options, and need-to-know info about anxiety in cats. Cats are independent, daring, and resilient, but they can still struggle with anxiety. They may have trouble coping with stressors like changes in the household, power struggles with other pets, traumatic events, and […]
Why Anxiety in Cats Gets Worse At Night
Are you losing sleep over your pet’s anxiety? It’s not uncommon for cats and dogs to seem fine during the day, only to bark, meow, or pace restlessly through the night. Read on to learn how to can find the underlying cause for your pet’s nighttime anxiety symptoms and what you can do to help […]
Treating Your Horse’s Skin Problems
Have you noticed patches of dry, flaky skin on your horse where hair has fallen out? This could be the result of too much moisture, which can cause rain rot, skin lesions, and bacterial infections on your horse. Skin diseases can also spread from other infected animals, flies, or grooming equipment. Moving your horse to […]
When Flea Preventatives Fail
You’re frustrated. You’ve bought your pet’s flea medications, but your pet still has fleas! It’s possible your flea preventative didn’t work for the following reasons: All pets in the house were not treated with flea preventatives Fleas will undoubtedly attack all animals in the house. Use a topical flea spray to immediately kill fleas, or […]
Deworming Your Horse
Did you know that all horses have internal parasites? Over 150 types of parasites infect horses through soil, water, and flies. The most harmful parasites include large and small strongyles, bots, roundworms, threadworms, tapeworms, and lungworms. If your horse is infested with these parasites, it can cause weight loss, anemia, colic, coughing, wheezing, poor skin […]
Maintaining Your Horse’s Digestive Health
Many horse owners feed their horses grains and fats. But did you know that horses are designed to eat grass and sometimes have trouble digesting the grains and fats fed to them? If your horse has digestive upset (diarrhea) or bloating, digestive enzymes may help. Evaluating your horse’s diet is also a good idea. A […]
Managing Your Horse’s Joint Health
Managing Your Horse’s Joint Health Does your aging horse show signs of lethargy or stiffness? If your horse’s legs are rigid, or if he or she has begun limping, joint pain (arthritis) could be the cause. Just like other pets, and humans, horses can suffer from arthritis. Horse arthritis commonly affects a horse’s legs, and […]
Treating Your Horse’s Pain
Is your horse showing signs of discomfort or suffering? Signs that your horse might be in pain include restlessness, loss of appetite, or lying down more than usual. Horse pain is usually associated with injury, arthritis, or a musculoskeletal disorder. Although a homeopathic remedy could offer some relief, prescription pain medication may be necessary to […]
How to Treat Common Eye Problems in Dogs
Eye problems in dogs are common. Symptoms vary and may include eye redness, swelling, change in color, discharge changing from yellow to green or white, and a change in consistency of eye discharge. Eyes may appear painful with light sensitivity and reluctance to open. The eyelids may have crust and discharge, and in severe cases […]
Treating Your Dog’s Hot Spots
Relieve your pet’s irritating itch Hot spots are infected sores caused by bacteria being scratched into the skin. Use a product with ingredients that will help to quickly soothe your pet’s skin and relieve itching. Use a monthly flea preventative Hot spots are commonly caused by an allergic reaction to flea saliva. Using a flea […]