Is Chlorine Bad for My Dog's Skin?
Summer means swimming for many pet owners and their adventurous pups, but unless you have access to a freshwater lake or stream, you’re most likely going to be swimming in a pool. While pools are
How a Daily Probiotic Can Benefit Your Cat
More and more research is being conducted on the systems of bacteria and other microorganisms that play important roles in our bodies. Along with this research has come the push for probiotics,
My Dog Hasn't Been Peeing...Is It Sick?
One of the major parts of owning a dog is attuning yourself to your dog’s cues, including those that tell you it needs to go outside—and fast. Bathroom breaks are not always convenient, especially if
Kitty Not Eating? Here's When You Should Be Concerned
Everyone’s appetite can fluctuate from time to time. You might be starving by dinnertime one day and only feel like having a light meal the next. However, when we give our pets food each day, we
Backed Up or Blocked? Differentiating Between Feline Constipation and Intestinal Obstructions
Because of our cats’ litter box habits, it is relatively easy to notice when they are not as “regular” as they should be. When daily scoopings turn up empty multiple days in a row, it is pretty clear
How to Treat Your Dog's Hot Spots at Home
As dog owners, we might not always notice when something is going wrong on our dog’s skin, especially when it’s concealed behind a leg or hidden by fur. But we are prone to noticing when our dogs
Are Your Cat's Sudden Hairballs Caused by Allergies?
Cat owners are intimately familiar with hairballs. While not every pet will experience hairballs at the same frequency as others (particularly those with long hair), most cats will have at least one
Beware of Hot Asphalt and the Effects it Can Have on Your Pooch's Paws
When the sun is shining overhead and the temperature is balmy, you may be itching to get out and take your pup for a walk. But while we wear shoes to protect our feet, we must be mindful that our
Keep the Fun Going: Entertaining Your Cat While You're Away
We live in a busy world, and unfortunately, we can’t always be home as often as we’d like to give our pets the love and play time they deserve. But that doesn’t mean our cats have to sit at home,
Anemia Shares Common Signs of Illness: Here's What You Should Know
Diagnosing a dog when it gets sick is not easy. Unlike humans, who can describe their specific symptoms and where they may feel pain, dogs tend to display their signs of illness in many of the same
