Animals Ringworm
It may be surprising for some to learn that the skin infection known as ringworm, or dermatophytosis, is not actually a worm or parasite at all, but a fungus. The lesion will not always be in the shape of a ring, but it will appear scaly in the center with a red irritated color on […]
Managing Pain in Pets
Imagine feeling ill and not being able to properly express it. The language barrier causes many pets to feel this way toward their owners. It is important to know the signs indicative of pain in your pet so that you can help them manage it, even if they can’t tell you about it. According to […]
You Received a Pet as a Gift… What Now?
It’s the week after the holidays. You received everything you wanted this year… and then some. A well-meaning relative decided that you needed a new pet in your life and gave you one as a gift. What are you going to do now? Mark Stickney, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary […]
Relocating with Pets
The new job is wonderful – the salary is great, and you love the office. However, there happens to be a catch – it requires that you move to another country. The place is lovely, and it is perfect for your family. But can you take little Fluffy with you? Will she be happy with […]
Pancreatitis
If your cat or dog is suffering from vomiting and diarrhea, it may be that Fido or Fluffy are spending too much time at the all-you-can-eat buffet. But vomiting and abdominal pain may also indicate pancreatitis, a fairly common condition among cats and dogs that can lead to severe complications and even death. “Pancreatitis is an […]
South American Camelid Basics
Imagine a plateau high in the Andes Mountains covered by nothing but South American camelids and shrubbery. Over the past twenty years, this picture has changed as some South American camelids have found new homes in the United States living very different lives than their predecessors. The domesticated South American camelids – alpacas and llamas […]
The Price of Spaying and Neutering
Consider this: One pair of un-sterilized cats, together with their offspring, can result in 420,000 kittens in 7 years. One pair of un-sterilized dogs, with their offspring, can result in 4,372 puppies in 7 years. Statistics also show that only one out of nine of these animals find a good home, leaving the rest to […]
Pot-bellied Pigs
Unlike their barnyard brethren, pot-bellied pigs are commonly found as pampered pets living indoors with their owners these days. Native to the country of Vietnam, a full grown potbellied pig averages roughly around 120 to 150 pounds. “A good candidate for owning a pot-bellied pig, as with any pet, is someone who has time to […]
Feline Diabetes
More than half of all cats owned in the United States are obese and one in every 50 cats is diabetic. Every November, Americans give thanks on Thanksgiving and they also observe National Diabetes Month. According to Dr. Katherine Scott, lecturer at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), feline obesity […]
Dealing With Pet Fears
Your cute puppy is usually a wonderful little bundle of joy. However, when lightning flashes and thunder strikes, she transforms into a terrified bundle of fear and bolts straight to your lap knocking down your grandmother’s favorite china along the way. Before wondering if your pet is unusual, wait a minute; you are not alone. “Pets […]
