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The best day for a pet parent is the day a new puppy or kitten arrives. Every day after that is the next best day. My toy poodle, Rugby came to my family at six months of age. He was meant to be a gift to his original owner’s parents but something happened and they needed to find another home…
Though the last few months have been many things, normal is not among them. Being stuck at home for weeks on end has been a challenge. Most of us are not accustomed to spending all our time in our homes. One bright spot has been the companionship of our pets. After sheltering in our homes due to COVID-19, many of…
Recently an acquaintance shared a story about his dog accidentally eating several packets of Splenda. His wife, who was at home with their newborn baby, phoned him at work in a panic after making this discovery. As is common practice these days, he consulted Dr. Google. The information he found on Google indicated Splenda was not toxic to dogs. Therefore,…
One of the most common reasons cats lose their homes is because they urinate and defecate outside their litter box. This condition is called feline inappropriate elimination or FIE. A cat’s litter box problem may be related to an underlying medical condition or an aversion to their litter box. It is important to determine the cause of a cat’s issues.…
Pets have allergies just like humans. Unfortunately, just like for humans, pet allergies seem to be on the rise in recent years. Your pet can develop allergies at any time throughout their life. If your dog or cat is scratching incessantly, they could have a flea allergy. This type of allergy can be easily controlled by eradicating fleas from your…
Every night, our routine is the same. While I prepare dinner, my dog lounges on his bed placed near my kitchen within range of my voice. When dinner is ready, my family sits down. This is Rugby’s cue to come and stand no further than two feet away of where I sit so he can position his body just so…
February is Dental Month! And that means it is never too early to start thinking about your pup’s dental hygiene and care. Below, you will find a basic overview that answers some of the most common questions dog owners have when it comes to their furry companion’s teeth and what you can expect during a trip to the vet…