May 10, 2013
Many pet owners love their feline friends, and will do whatever
it takes to keep them relaxed and happy. This makes it especially
alarming for pet-owners to witness their cat suffer from the
discomforting symptoms that come with hairballs. Knowing how to
prevent this common problem and how to treat it when it occurs is
essential to keeping your cat healthy.
"A... (Read More)
April 25, 2013
While many of us would like to believe our little puppy is
fearless, the truth is that there are many things a pet will
experience that may frighten it at first as it attempts to
understand more.
"Pets can be fearful of all types of things," says Dr. Mark
Stickney, Clinical Associate Professor at the Texas A&M
College
of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedic... (Read More)
April 12, 2013
Of all the joys spring offers us, one of the most troublesome
things about this time of year is the increase of insects on our
furry friends. Of all these creepy pests, adult fleas cause
the most problems for our pets.
In order to become adults, fleas need warm weather, between 70
and 80 degrees, and around 70 to 80 percent relative humidity.
"Those id... (Read More)
April 04, 2013
While many may not find a rodent as a first choice for a pet,
with some insight and guidance you may be more receptive to the
idea of a small hamster or rat becoming a suitable pet for your
family.
"Rats are probably the most social and interactive of the small
rodents," said Dr. Sharman Hoppes, clinical assistant professor at
the Texas A&M College of Vete... (Read More)
April 01, 2013
The day your new puppy first sees its new home is a special day
for any new pet owner. Playing with them, caring for them, and
watching them explore every room of their new home is heartwarming
and fun. Regrettably, many people forget that cleaning up your
little bundle of fur's mess in your home is a responsibility that
can quickly become irritating. That is why... (Read More)
March 22, 2013
We love for our pets to play outdoors with their friends, but
owners should be cautious about the dangers that lurk there.
You've probably heard the term "mangy mutt" referring to a poor
dog with a ratty, patchy coat. That's actually how dogs with
sarcoptic mange really look. Mange is a condition caused by an
infestation of a specific type of mite that is too t... (Read More)