Pet Talk
Assistance Dogs: Offering a New Sense of Freedom
Imagine not being able to open a door, not being able to pick up items that fall to the ground, or not hearing an intruder enter your home. Many individuals with disabilities live with those concerns on a daily basis. Fortunately, assistance dogs have been incorporated into their lives so they can receive help in […]
Horse Dental Care (February is National Dental Month)
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. As with humans, horses benefit from having good oral hygiene and dental care. Dental disease can lead to pain, tooth loss and infection in other organs when bacteria from infected teeth and gums enter the blood stream and circulate throughout the body. “Regular dental care is important to […]
Love For Pet’s Heart
February definitely has heart. It’s the month we celebrate National Heart Awareness and Valentine’s Day. For those reasons, February is a good reminder for owners to learn more about pet heart disease so that their pets can live a long, happy, and healthy life. Cats and dogs may be born with a congenital heart condition, […]
What To Know Before Visiting A Dog Park
The concept behind public dog parks is an exciting one for dogs and owners alike, where fresh air and playfulness are plentiful. Because public dog parks are accessible by anyone, each trip proves to be a different experience, hosting a range of different interactions for a pet. Visiting a park is a social activity, and […]
Cold Weather Colic in Horses
Cold winds and changing winter weather may not seem like contributing factors for equine colic. However, these conditions can foster changes in routine and eating habits that may affect the well being of your horse. “A common winter time equine health concern is colic,” notes Dr. Glennon Mays, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M […]
Year of the Veterinarian
Veterinary medicine as a profession was born 250 years ago with the founding of the first school of veterinary medicine in Lyon, France. The World Veterinary Association, along with other leading veterinary organizations, have designated 2011 as the “Year of the Veterinarian”, and the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences is taking […]
Protecting Pets from Winter Cold
There are many precautions people take when the cold weather rushes in for the winter. Pets can also be heavily affected by the drop in temperatures and so it is important to take note of the ways you can protect them from the cold. Prior to the first freeze, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian […]
Hotels Staffing Pets
Hotels have recently jumped on the trend of accommodating pets in hotel stays. However, pet-friendly hotels are still limited across the country and so the next time that you travel for business or pleasure you may need to leave your pet behind. On the other hand a new trend adopted by hotels may allow for […]
Meeting Your Horse’s Needs in the Winter Months
Cold weather brings extra responsibilities for horse caregivers. Proper nutrition, access to water, adequate shelter, regular hoof care, and, depending on circumstances, dental attention, vaccinations, and parasite control are all winter concerns for the equine enthusiast. “Preparing your horse for winter should begin before the first chilling winds hit,” notes Dr. Glennon Mays, clinical associate […]
Implications of Fireworks on Pets
As the New Year approaches, so does time for celebrations and fireworks. Fireworks are a celebratory gesture, but many people don’t realize the implications they may have on pets. According to Dr. Audrey Cook, clinical associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (CVM), most pets are startled by fireworks […]
