For the last few years, every spring has brought with it an outbreak in Canine Influenza (H3N8 or H3N2 specifically). This disease is highly contagious, meaning that it often spreads rapidly in multi-dog homes, doggy daycares, and even local dog parks after just a few minutes of exposure. Unfortunately, preventing
There’s nothing more adorable than a wiggly, bouncy little bundle of furry joy. From the first day you take your new puppy home to the day you sit together outside in her seniorhood, dog ownership is an incredible adventure everyone should get to experience at least once. Unfortunately, owning
If your child has Asthma, you already know just how terrifying the disease can be when it’s at its worst. Whether your child only suffers the occasional bout of wheezing or full-on life-threatening attacks, it’s an incredibly helpless feeling to see your little one struggle just to breathe. New treatments
It’s in the news constantly the last few years: vegan diets for pets like dogs and cats. As more and more people choose to adopt healthier vegan or vegetarian diets, they begin to consider whether or not their pets can benefit from eating plant-based diets, too. Add to that the
One of the most important ways you can keep your pet healthy and happy is to see the vet regularly. For new puppy parents, this is especially important as your puppy will receive his first wellness check and vaccinations shortly. Your calm and friendly presence will help your puppy get
You’re moving – on to the next adventure, to a new city, to the country, or maybe to a new country altogether. You’re excited and can’t wait – but what about your dog? Unfortunately, he or she most likely isn’t so much excited as they are confused and potentially upset.
Doggy, it’s cold outside! As you bundle up in your hat, coat and gloves, don’t forget to make arrangements for the health and comfort of your pets (including your dog) at the same time. When the cold winter weather strikes, don’t forget your pet’s comfort and safety; because as man’s
Do you smoke? If so, do you smoke around your pets? If the answer to either of these questions is yes, we want to caution you that you could be causing your pet harm. New evidence from a selection of recent studies shows what many veterinarians knew already: smoking around
So you finally made the jump and got a puppy. Congratulations! You’re in for an incredibly fun first six months, a few some-odd challenging years in between, and a lifetime of unconditional love and sweet, treasured moments. Your pup will start as a distracted little bundle of energy, and will
Crisp fall temperatures. Quiet moments in front of the fireplace with hot cocoa (for the humans, at least). Giant piles of leaves to pounce, run, and jump in. In the northern USA, there’s hiking among the summer leaves. In the south, there’s still swimming and sunbathing (just without the typical