It’s natural for skin cells to shed and appear as flakes on the hair. But an excess of flakiness could mean several things. The most common causes of dandruff are allergies. Your pet could be allergic to food, grass, chemicals used on rugs, floors, lawn and more. Your pet should be evaluated by the veterinarian […]
Pet Health
Living with a Lame Pet
If your pet is lame, either temporarily or permanently, you will have to make some changes in its care. Caring for a lame dog Lameness in dogs is very common and can be due to injury or a chronic condition. The first thing to do when you notice this problem is to take your dog […]
FDA-Errors in Pets’ Medications
The CVM section (Center for Veterinary Medicine) of the FDA cites several reasons why there could be errors in pets’ medications, illegible handwriting, abbreviations, package look-alikes among them. Linda Kim-Jung, safety reviewer in the Division of Veterinary Product Safety Division of the FDA offer some suggestions about preventing medical errors. Questions to ask before leaving […]
Fluoridated Water and Pets
According to the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention), “…scientific evidence does not support an association between water fluoridation and any adverse health effect or systemic disorder, including increased risk for cancer, Down syndrome, heart disease, osteoporosis and bone fracture, immune disorders, low intelligence, renal disorders, Alzheimer disease, or allergic reactions.” They also say […]
Restraining Injured Pets
Animals in pain often lash out, bite and/or scratch, even those they love. Learning how to restrain an injured pet can help you to avoid injuries to yourself. Immediately call your veterinarian or animal rescue and alert them to the problem. To muzzle an injured dog, first put a leash on him/her. Then approach from […]
Chocolate Toxicity
The chocolate we eat comes from the roasted seeds of the Cacao tree – Theobroma Cacao. The seeds contain theobromine and caffeine which belong to a group of drugs known as methylxanines. Just as we humans do, dogs like sweets too. Although chocolate can be beneficial for us, it is toxic to dogs as well […]
Danger of Leaving Your Pet in a Car
In a report by KOB Eyewitness News 4, a woman in Albuquerque, New Mexico saved a dog from a sure death. It happened in the parking lot of a medical facility. The dog was barking and pawing at the window, but finally gave up and lay down on the floor of the car. The woman […]
FDA-NSAIDS and side effects
NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) have their place in the treatment of pain as long as some guidelines are followed. It’s important to be aware that when prescribed with other drugs such as corticosteroids, digoxin, furosamide, phenytoin, oral anticoagulants, other NSAIDS including aspirin, sulfonamides, phenobarbital and some cancer drugs, adverse reactions can occur. Always keep your veterinarian […]
Difference between Vomiting and Regurgitation
It may not be a pleasant subject, but it’s important to know the difference between vomiting and regurgitation. Have you ever seen your pet begin to show signs of nausea such as salivating, licking lips, drooling? This is soon followed by contractions of the abdomen and up comes a mess. With regurgitation, there are no […]
Treating a Chest Wound
Animal bites, splinters, glass and metal pieces are some of the common causes of chest wounds. Try to remain calm when your pet is hurt. If necessary muzzle your dog. A puncture wound to the chest usually makes breathing difficult. You will be able to hear a sucking noise. Your pet will often stretch its […]