Pet Talk
Adopting an Older Pet
There’s no mistaking it, baby pets are adorable and many grow up to become magnificent companions. Unfortunately pet owners often forget the trouble involved with raising a pet from infancy, and overlook the countless mature dogs awaiting adoption from shelters and rescue organizations. “Consider adopting an older pet if you want to skip the house-training […]
Pet Therapy in Nursing Homes: Assisted Living May Never be the Same
When the time comes for a family member to move into a nursing home or retirement community many worry that their loved ones will begin to feel lonely and unneeded as time goes by. Fortunately, thanks to people such as Kit Darling and Dr. Karen Snowden and their work with organizations like Aggieland Pets With […]
Arthritis and Your Pet
The Aggie family lost a beloved member when Reveille VII, the retired mascot of Texas A&M University, died last week. Ever since her arrival in Aggieland, Reveille VII, a female American Collie, had been receiving the best care available at the Small Animal Hospital at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Science (CVM). Stacy Eckman, a […]
What to Expect When Your Pet is Expecting
Many people see their pet as their own child, but what do you do when you find that your little one will soon be having children of their own? Knowing how to care for your pet during pregnancy and after childbirth is essential for any responsible pet owner. So how do you tell if your […]
When Disaster Strikes
When a disaster suddenly strikes it can be frightening for everyone, including your pet. The best thing you can do for you and your pet’s safety is to be prepared, develop a plan for emergencies, and have it ready before the disaster strikes. Planning ahead is the key to keeping yourself and your pet safe […]
Controlling Your Cat’s Hairballs
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 hairballs and how to treat them when they occur is essential to […]
Understanding and Overcoming Your Pet’s Fears
While many of us would like to believe our little puppy has no fear, the truth is that there are many things a pet willexperience 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 […]
The Itch That Keeps on Itching: Fleas and our Pets
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 and the owners intent on controlling them. In order to become adults, fleas need warm […]
Bringing Home Your First Rodent
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 […]
Potty Training Your New Pet
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 […]
