
Understanding Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets
Understanding Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets When witnessing a sports event, it's common to cringe when seeing an athlete fall while clutching their knee, as it often indicates a tear in their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), a crucial ligament that...

Spotting, Treating, and Preventing Hot Spots in Pets
Spotting, Treating, and Preventing Hot Spots in Pets When your pet's skin becomes intensely itchy, they may scratch, lick, and chew the area excessively, leading to the development of a hot spot. Help your beloved companion find relief from this discomfort by learning...

Steps to Prevent Lyme Disease in Your Pet
Steps to Prevent Lyme Disease in Your Pet April is Prevention of Lyme Disease in Dogs Month because as the weather gets warmer, parasites become more active. To reduce the chances of your pet picking up ticks and developing Lyme disease, it's important to take...

Discover Ways to Prepare for Your Pet’s End-of-Life Journey
Discover Ways to Prepare for Your Pet's End-of-Life Journey Losing a pet is always difficult, but planning ahead can lessen the emotional burden. Here are four ways to prepare for and cope with the eventual passing of your pet. #1: Assess your pet’s quality of life...

How To Keep Your Dog Safe During Walks
Watch Out On Walks: Hazards to Avoid When Walking Your Pet Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin a perfect day. Keep your eyes peeled for the following issues when walking your pet. #1:...

What To Do When Struggling With Pet Loss
Grief Support: How to Cope with Your Pet’s Death Losing a pet can be as difficult as losing a family member or friend. Pets are integral members of the family, with an invaluable place in our lives. When your pet passes, processing your grief can be an...

Does My Pet’s Limp Require Medical Attention?
Why Is My Pet Limping? When your pet suddenly develops a limp, you may wonder whether it is a problem that requires urgent care or an issue that can be managed at home with rest. Let’s run through the list of the most common reasons pets limp and when a limp turns...

When Should I Schedule my First Pet Dental Cleaning?
3 Ways to Tell When Your Pet Needs Their First Dental Cleaning Every pet is different, and so is the time frame in which they need their teeth cleaned. However, here are three signs that mean your four-legged friend would benefit from a professional pet dental...

4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza
If your beloved pet is showing signs of something wrong, anxiety can quickly start to set in. Coughing is an especially concerning symptom that could be a sign of the influenza virus or other illnesses. If you’ve noticed your canine companion coughing more frequently...

Keep Your Senior Pet Active With These 3 Simple Exercises
As our pets age, it’s essential to provide them with quality care and gentle exercise that keeps them healthy and active. Low-impact exercises are ideal for older pets as their joints may be more prone to injury due to arthritis or other medical conditions. Regular...