Apr 8, 2017 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Cats, Diagnosis, Dogs, Exotic
Allergies aren’t just a human problem. Dogs, cats, birds, and even small, exotic mammals are all susceptible to acute, or chronic reactions to their environments. Many of their symptoms are the same as those found in humans—inflammation, sneezing, and so one....
Mar 25, 2017 | By Species, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Dogs
If eye redness or irritation is present and seems to be bothering the dog to the point of squinting or rubbing at the eyes, it is definitely a problem that needs an accurate diagnosis. In some cases, simply observing the condition is the best course of action;...
Jan 20, 2016 | Avian, By Species, By Topic, Cats, Dogs, Exotic, Nutrition
In the past few years, there has been a growing interest in the quality of the ingredients our pets are consuming and the nutritional value associated with these ingredients. It is encouraging to see pet owners take such a vested interest in what they are feeding...
Jan 8, 2016 | By Species, By Topic, Care & Wellness, Cats, Dogs, Nutrition
All animals, from cows to corn snakes, and everything in between, can suffer from obesity. It is a fact of physiology. Calories go in and energy comes out. If the calorie input is greater than the energy output, then the body stores the excess energy as fat. When we...