The concerned voice I was hearing through my headset wasn’t unusual. Many pet parents call every day with concerns about their beloved furry children. However, this particular call reminded me of one of my greatest pet peeves.
The question...
There has been a recall of cat food that feline owners should be advised of . The recall is due to possible salmonella contamination. Salmonella is a harmful germ that can make both people and their pets sick.
The holiday season brings gift giving, and many people consider the possibility of giving a pet as a gift. After all, a pet is a wonderful addition to any family, bringing fun, laughter, and lots of joy all year round. But pets also bring a lot...
Classical music composer and National Symphony Orchestra cellist David Teie has recently released music designed specifically for a feline's listening pleasure! Teie has been working on the development of music that could appeal to a particular...
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month, and it’s a great time to consider adopting a new, older pet. Older pets have a tendency to sit much longer in shelters, and really, for no good reason. There are a number of benefits to adopting a senior...
The temperatures start dipping and our pets face new hazards. Be aware of what can happen and take precautions to keep them safe.
If you are debating whether to keep your cat indoors and/or let him roam outside, one of the best reasons to keep your cat(s) indoor is the presence of the Feline Leukemia Virus. Outdoor cats are considered to be high risk with as many as 13-16%...
We’ve all seen someone who requires the assistance of a wheelchair, cane, or walker to compensate for arthritic joints. As part of aging, our joints tend to give out over time, developing scar tissue, swelling and inflammation as cartilage...
Yes; pets get heart disease too just like people. Aging pets most often die from kidney disease or heart disease. There are several different types of heart disease, but many pets do not suffer from blockages in blood vessels as people do....
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas, an organ in the abdomen. The pancreas has two functions.
It produces hormones to control the amount of sugar in the body. One of these hormones is insulin. If the pancreas is not producing enough...