Full-spectrum CBD is a popular solution for pet owners to help relieve the symptoms caused by a variety of health issues. Whole hemp extract comes from the marijuana plant, which contains 80 different cannabinoids. These different types of cannabinoids include THC (tetrahydrocannabinol), which is the psychoactive component, and the CBD (cannabidiol), which is the medical component used in CBD oil. Continue reading
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January is Dental Health Month for Your Pet
Just like in humans, maintaining dental hygiene is a critical part of keeping your pet healthy. While pets don’t tend to get cavities like humans, they can suffer from other dental health issues such as gum disease or periodontal disease. Research shows that dental disease is the number one ailment found in both dogs and cats, making dental care a number one priority for your pet’s veterinary care routine. Continue reading
Treating Your Dog’s Atopic Dermatitis
What Causes My Dog to Itch So Often?
Seasonal allergies such as atopic dermatitis, affect around 10% of all dogs. Atopic dermatitis is characterized by recurrent itching, and irritated, scaly skin. This allergic skin disease is caused by environmental allergens such as pollen, mold, and dust mites: the same culprits of many human allergic reactions. If your dog’s atopic dermatitis is left untreated, it can cause more serious problems like hair loss and skin infections. Dogs with atopic dermatitis often lose interest in activity and interaction, and they frequently wake their owners during the night with the sounds of licking, scratching, and chewing at their skin. Continue reading
Guide to Managing Flea and Tick Season
With the fall season comes cooler weather, changing leaves, and unfortunately, fleas and ticks. Preventing your pets from picking up these pests requires a year-round regimen, but the upcoming fall season is an active time for these parasites. Continue reading
Warning Signs for Cancer in Your Pet
With the advancements that have been made in early recognition, diagnosis, and treatment, pets have a better chance of receiving successful treatment for cancer than they did in the past. Cancer is one of the most common causes of death in pets today, which is why it is essential as a pet owner to understand the warning signs of cancer. Continue reading
Keeping your Dog Hydrated This Summer
As many of us know, it is recommended for humans to get at least eight glasses of water per day to stay hydrated and healthy. But what about your pet? Are they drinking enough water each day? It’s important to understand how much water your pet needs, especially with the hotter temperatures of summer in full swing, to keep them healthy.
Transporting Your Dog in Your Car Safely
Whether you are taking your dog to walk in the park or driving them to their vet appointment, it is essential to take specific measures to keep your pet safe when transporting them in the car.
How to Keep Your Pet Safe from Heat Stroke This Summer
With the weather warming up and summer right around the corner, you may be getting ready for long walks at the park or hikes through the woods with your dog. If you plan to have your dog outside this summer, it is crucial to understand heat stroke and how to prevent it in dogs.
How to Deal with an Aggressive Cat
Aggression in cats is a common complaint of cat owners, and if it is something you are experiencing, you may be wondering what is causing this behavior or if you have done something to make your cat aggressive toward you.
Caring for Senior Dogs
It’s not easy to admit that our beloved dog is aging. You’ve enjoyed each stage of their life from the puppy phase to adulthood. As your dog ages, you may have some concerns about your pet and how to care from them as they reach their senior years.
