Untangling The Web: How To Handle Spider Bites In Pets
While Spider-Man may have developed superhuman abilities from a spider bite, our pets are not likely to start slinging webs or crawling up the walls if bitten by an arachnid. Spiders tend to be active in late summer and early fall, leading to more unwanted encounters for our curious pets. Dr. Lance Wheeler, a clinical […]
Talk To The Paw: The Necessity of Paw Pads
Whether you see your pet’s footprints on the hood of your car, in the sand on the beach, or in a light blanket of snow, the indentions left behind by our furry friends’ paw pads are adorable. While we most often associate paw pads with cute critter prints, they’re also vital to our pets’ survival […]
Unwelcome Invaders: Handling The Threat Of Ticks
The mere mention of the word “ticks” may send shivers down the spines of all within earshot. These minuscule parasites have garnered an infamous reputation for latching onto the flesh of cherished pets and unsuspecting owners, alike, on their summer morning walks through grassy trails. Despite their seemingly harmless size, ticks can carry various diseases […]
July Fourth Pet Safety
The anticipated celebration of America’s Independence Day calls for an annual celebration full of fireworks, grilling, and cheers. Amid the fun-filled chaos, however, sometimes lies the overlooked care of pets that may have a contrasting and much more fear-filled perspective of the Fourth of July. Dr. Christine Rutter, a clinical associate professor of emergency and […]
CAT-ching Up On Feline Enrichment
Cats are playful, loyal, and fiercely independent pets, which often means they require less maintenance and makes them great life-long companions. Caring for your feline friends can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging, especially when it comes to keeping them mentally and physically engaged. Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the Texas […]
The ABCs Of CBD For Pets
Cannabidiol, or CBD, has become popular in recent years thanks to the marketing of its potential health benefits. So it’s no surprise that pet owners are turning to CBD as a remedy for various ailments in their furry companions. Yet because there is little evidence on the effectiveness and safety of CBD in animals, Dr. […]
Helping Cats Stand Up To Pillow Foot
A cat’s paw pads serve a variety of essential functions: they help regulate body temperature through sweat glands; provide traction so that cats can grip surfaces while they climb, jump, or run; and cushion each beautiful, fluid step a cat makes. Paw pads can also reveal a lot about a cat’s health, as changes in […]
How To Help Your Cat Breathe Easy With Feline Asthma
Spring is often described as a time of renewal and beauty, with flowers blooming and trees budding. However, spring flowers and budding trees also cause higher pollen counts, and for those with asthma, higher pollen counts can bring a greater risk of an asthma attack. Fortunately for our feline friends, asthma attacks in cats are […]
Snake Alert: What To Do If Your Pet Is Bitten
Spring has sprung, but flowers may not be the only things popping up in your yard; this also is the season when snakes come out of hibernation. There are almost 3,000 different species of snakes in the world, with less than a third considered venomous, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service. However, […]
A Closer Look Into Cryptococcal Fungal Infections
Allowing pets to roam outdoors can seem like harmless fun, providing them with exercise, mental stimulation, and a chance to explore. Some environments, however, pose hidden dangers that pet owners may not immediately recognize, such as the risk of cryptococcal fungal infections which can infect the lungs, brain, and other parts of the body. Dr. […]
