“Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey,” was a cute Disney movie about three lost pets traveling across country and arriving home. Sadly, that’s not reality. Losing your pet can be a traumatic and sometimes tragic event. Even if your pet wears a collar and ID...
Sixty-three percent of Americans have a feline friend, canine companion, or other type of pet, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. When disaster strikes, pets are often lost or have no place to stay if owners must move to a shelter or a temporary...
“Hey Doc, when can I run with my puppy?” Veterinarians get this question a lot. The answer: It depends. While vets are huge fans of regular exercise for dogs’ emotional and physical health, we recommend holding off running with a dog until its musculoskeletal system...
One of my neighbors was going for a walk last week when a large, scruffy, very pregnant dog came out of nowhere and bit her leg. She reported the incident to Animal Control and warned her neighbors, who compared notes to see if they could determine where the dog...
When your dog is feeling uncomfortable and is obviously in pain, it’s tempting to give her an over-the-counter human medication. But instead of helping her feel better, human meds can cause a great deal of harm to your pup, and may even result in a fatal reaction....
Should you allow your cat to roam outdoors? It’s a decision that requires careful consideration, particularly since cats aren’t native to North America, and it can be dangerous out there. In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of allowing your kitty outdoor...
