Our dogs are our fur babies, cuddle companions, and best friends. We shower them with treats, buy them every toy their heart’s desire, and provide the ultimate in sleeping accessories. As we spoil and love them, however, it is also our responsibility to keep them fit and healthy. As obesity rises among humans it’s also becoming a problem for our …
3 Simple Ways To Get Your Dog To Sleep In On Weekends
All dog owners at some point learn that true morning peace and quiet is as rare as hen’s teeth. Few of us are able to get used to our canine pals robbing us of those precious sleep-in moments when desperately needed. Luckily, dogs are quite often creatures of habit. They get accustomed to a routine that we set, which means …
Depression on dogs and what to do
Did you know that many people don’t realize, that dogs also suffer from mental health issues too. Physical injuries are easier to heal and notice but, the latter is the one we need to take into consideration. While many dog owners don’t give their dogs daily walks or let their dogs be alone in the house for many hours…veterinarians say …
Dog-owners and Driving on the Road
For many people, dogs are a part of the family. But whereas most people wouldn’t dream of allowing their children to travel unrestrained, the same is not true for their pets. Occasionally, you would see a dog freely sticking its head outside of a car’s passenger-side window. That happens much more frequently than a child without a seatbelt. Car safety …
How Pets Help Children Grow Up Happy and Healthy
By Emily Parker, Catological.com
Common Allergens To Protect Your ESA Dog From
Approximately 10% of all dogs have allergies. Of the three types of allergies that your ESA dog is at risk of, the ones found in your dog’s home can be the most problematic as they typically result in recurrent infections, intense itching, and multiple trips to the vet. It’s, therefore, essential you know which home allergens to look out for. Mold in the …
First Aid for Pets – What should I use? How do I give them first aid?
Accidents happen, and dogs can be like small children in the way they’ll come home with all sorts of scraps from the adventures they have in the great outdoors. From farm animals to other domesticated types of animals and from emotional support animals to service animals, injury is inevitable. Over the years your dog may have a few accidents, but …
How Second-Hand Smoke Affects Your Pet
If you smoke, you should have first thought about its adverse effects not only on your health but also on your pet’s health. Besides the obvious danger of lung cancer, cats and dogs lick the residual tar and nicotine from their coats, which can contribute to throat and mouth cancer. If you want to have this be your emotional support …
Flea Treatment for Dogs
Nothing irritates both a dog and an owner quite as much as fleas. In fact, most types of animals such as cats, cows, monkeys even humans are affected by these tiny nuisances. They are common parasites, but can be very difficult to remove. Even when you do manage to kill the fleas, their eggs can remain for months afterward, guaranteeing …
Is Prednisone Safe for Dogs?
Prednisone is one of the most commonly prescribed steroids in both human and veterinary medicine. It’s used to treat a variety of ailments from joint pain to cancer. If your dog has been prescribed prednisone, there is a long list of things you should be aware of before you give them that first pill. Always work with your veterinarian to …
Looking After Your Dog’s Teeth
Your dog’s oral health is just as important as all other aspects of caring for them, but it’s often overlooked. Tartar that sits on dog’s teeth is about 80% bacteria and can get into the bloodstream and infect vital organs. Dental disease is very painful for your dog as it damages gums, bones, and ligaments and can lead to teeth …
Is Claritin Safe For Dogs?
Claritin, the popular brand name of the drug loratadine, is commonly used for treating allergies. Claritin is an H1 histamine antagonist (anti-histamine), which, unlike many other popular anti-allergens such as Benadryl for dogs, does not tend to induce sedation in those who use it making it a highly popular alternative. Aside from allergies, the drug is also typically employed immediately …