Choosing the Best Collar Flea Prevention
Dealing and cleaning up fleas and ticks can be a nuisance, especially if your pet is infested with them. Not only can that be annoying for all parties involved, it can pose a serious threat to your pet’s health. Fleas can cause skin problems in your pet that can lead to skin infections. Pets can […]
Choosing the Best Oral Flea Prevention
Fleas and ticks can be a real pain. In fact, they can present a real threat to pet parents who have dogs or cats. If left unprotected, their pets can become ridden with harmful fleas and ticks that might be carrying deadly diseases. Plus, if a pet has fleas then the pet parent’s home is […]
Can Fleas and Ticks Become Immune To Treatments?
You apply your pet’s flea preventative exactly as directed, yet your dog or cat still has fleas. What’s going on? Many pet parents are wondering if fleas and ticks are becoming immune to active ingredients in preventatives. Though it is possible for pest populations to develop a resistance to pesticides, there may be other factors […]
Can Dog Health Insurance Reduce Dog Expenses?
Learn the true costs of pet health care and how to be financially prepared Pets are not just animals that live in your home. They are truly members of your family! That’s why it’s important to plan ahead and be prepared for the costs of pet health care, just like you would for any other […]
Can Puppies Eat Raw Dog Food?
Interested in feeding your puppy a raw diet? Many pet parents are turning to raw dog food to offer their pets a diet that’s closer to what their canine companion might eat in nature. Learn about the pros and cons of feeding raw food to your puppy, tips for safely feeding a fresh diet, and […]
Can Raw Food Help Dogs Lose Weight?
More than half of all dogs and cats in the United States are overweight or obese, according to statistics from the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). Helping your pet lose weight – and keep it off – can extend their healthy years with you. With a raw diet, you can satisfy your pet’s cravings […]
Can Dogs Eat Oranges?
Dogs are notoriously known for gratefully chowing down on anything and everything they can get their paws on. Also, some pet parents are notoriously known for sharing food with their pups. Sharing food with your pet can be great, as long as it’s done in moderation and they are fed foods that are safe to […]
Can Dogs Eat Popcorn?
Popcorn is a tasty snack that ranks number one in many people’s list of favorite snacks. It’s also a snack that is frequently dropped either by accident or by “accident”. When dogs give that sad puppy dog look, it’s hard to resist giving them what they want, and, usually, what they want is the food […]
Can Dogs Eat Raw Fish? What Dog Parents Should Know About Salmon Poisoning in Dogs
Fish can be a delicious, highly nutritious addition to your dog’s diet. It’s full of antioxidants, healthy fats, and protein. But while many dogs seem to benefit from consuming raw foods, eating certain types of raw fish can put them at risk for a potentially serious illness known as salmon poisoning. Learn what types of […]
Can Dogs Eat Tomatoes?
All pet parents know that not all safe “people” food is safe for dogs, and keeping track of what is safe for your dog or not can be difficult, especially since most dogs will eat pretty much anything that is given to them. The most well-known foods that are toxic to dogs are chocolate, grapes, […]
Can Dogs Eat Broccoli?
Like humans, vegetables are always a healthy option for a treat and as a part of a meal. Most dog foods usually have a mix of fruits and vegetables in the ingredients. While some vegetables can be toxic to dogs, like onions; there are many vegetables that are healthy for dogs, like broccoli. Yes, dogs […]
Can Dogs Eat Cheese?
As dog parents, we want the best for our pups and would never want to harm them or intentionally give them food that isn’t good for them. That’s why it’s important to research which foods are safe to give to dogs because while some foods are safe and healthy for humans to consume, it doesn’t […]
Do Dogs Get Breast Cancer? What Dog Parents Should Know About Mammary Cancer
Breast cancer, referred to as mammary cancer in dogs and cats, is one of the most common, and also one of the most preventable types of cancer that affect our pets. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, learn how breast or mammary cancer affects dogs and cats and what to look for to catch […]
Don’t Miss These 5 Warning Signs of Lymphoma in Dogs
Lymphoma is one of the most common cancers in pets, making up to 20% of new cancer diagnoses in dogs and around 30% of new cancer diagnoses in cats. Though incredibly common, many pet parents are unaware of just how prevalent lymphoma is, and what makes it so different – and dangerous – compared to […]
Top 10 Signs of Cancer in Dogs
May marks Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 1 in 5 cats and nearly 1 in 2 dogs will get cancer at some point in their lifetime. Chances are, if you’re a pet parent you have had a pet with cancer or will someday have a pet diagnosed with some form of cancer. While it’s hard […]