One of the most common questions new puppy and kitten owners ask during visits to the vet is whether they should feed their pet canned wet food or dry food from a bag. Wet or Dry? For dogs, I generally recommend dry food. As dogs tend to be bigger, dry food tends to...
Gastrointestinal disease in pets can be a minor problem, but can also be more serious, so evaluation and proper treatment by a veterinarian is important. Common gastrointestinal problems in dogs include dietary intolerance (problems digesting certain foods), toxicity...
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, diabetes affects 1 in every 200 cats and 1 in every 400-500 dogs. While there are serious symptoms and consequences of this disease, proper management can help to keep diabetic pets in good health. Diabetes...
Many species of birds have very long lifespans. With proper nutrition, home care, and regular veterinary checkups, your avian pet might even outlive you. This guide offers a general overview of bird care in the home. Basic Care (Husbandry) Housing your bird in an...
Not everyone’s best friend is a dog or cat, of course. More and more people are choosing to adopt small exotic mammals; however, these charismatic creatures have special needs that many owners don’t learn about until after adopting. It is important to do...
Many people have heard a lot about dietary supplements, and may believe that supplements are beneficial, simply based upon how they are advertised. In fact, the actual quality and effectiveness is not always known, because many supplements haven’t undergone scientific...
