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How serious is this threat of Ebola in pets? Well, let’s look: The answer to the loaded question posed in the headline of this article is, unfortunately, quite ambiguous. The truth is the answer could be “yes,” “no” and “maybe.” The virus has never been found in wild felines in Africa, so for cat owners, … Read moreEbola in Pets, Are Yours at Risk?

Proper ear care is very important to your pet’s overall health Cleaning my pet’s ears on a regular basis can prevent costly and painful ear infections. The ear canal of a dog and cat is quite long and takes a turn that goes even deeper before stopping at the ear drum. Wax can build up in … Read moreCleaning My Pet’s Ears: Ear Care is Critical to Your Pet’s Heath!

When Buying Supplements for Dogs and Other Pets, Use Caution! As pets age, they deal with stiffness and pain, just like people. Naturally, we want to help them, but there are important differences between animals and people. It is best to consult your veterinarian first. For years we have treated arthritis with aspirin and similar … Read moreSupplements for Dogs and Other Pets, When to Be Cautious!

Don’t take excessive hair loss in pets lightly, it could mean something is very wrong! Owners of furry owners should be on the lookout for hair loss in pets in their household. However, some owners think that they lose hair due to excess heat in summer. But the thing these owners should remember is that there … Read moreWhat Causes Hair Loss In Pets? And How Concerned Should You Be?

What is Canine Flu? Canine flu has been in the news a lot during the past few months since an outbreak affected more than 1,000 dogs in the Chicago area. The Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) only affects dogs and is no threat at all to people. This particular virus is very different from the one … Read moreCanine Flu – Is Your Dog at Risk?

Are you Giving Your Pet Supplements that Could Be Tainted Products or Fraudulent? A 2013 study by the Canadian government estimated that there are more than 65,000 dietary supplements and nutraceuticals on the market, consumed by more than 150 million Americans and their pets. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says that dietary pet supplements … Read moreBuyer Beware! Are Your Pet Supplements Fraudulent?

If your dog is suffering from arthritic joint pain, consider laser therapy today! Joint pain in dogs is a very serious condition. Your dog can be an arthritic at any age in life. You can help alleviate the symptoms of this painful condition with the help of a laser therapy. Laser therapy is a surgery-free and drug-free non-invasive treatment. It … Read moreCan Laser Therapy Help Prevent Joint Pain in Dogs?

For many people, dental hygiene and oral health have always been considered to be a very important part of life. However, when it came to our pets, we sometimes didn’t think about the impact that brushing my dog’s teeth could have on their lives. But now our thinking has changed! As pets have become an … Read moreBrushing My Dog’s Teeth – All You Need to Know about Doggy Breath!

Tis the season to beware of cold temperatures for pets! Although it may not seem like it when the weather is still hot and humid in November and we just celebrated Thanksgiving, the cold season in Florida is approaching, and we will soon be pulling out our sweaters and jackets. It is important to remember … Read moreBeware of Cold Temperatures for Pets!

“Blocked cat” is a term used when a cat’s urethra becomes obstructed or “blocked,” and he or she cannot urinate. This condition also is known as Feline Urinary Syndrome (FUS) and feline Urethral Obstruction (FUO). It is most common in male cats, but occasionally occurs in female cats, as well. It is a painful condition … Read more“Blocked Cat” – When a Blockage in Your Cat Can Become Deadly