Hedgehogs have about 44 wee teeth, incisors, premolars, molars and canines, just like humans. Their teeth surface at 3 weeks old. Hedgehogs’ teeth need the same care as that of other pets. It may be difficult to brush your hedgehog’s teeth, but they should at least be checked by an exotic pet veterinarian. Your vet […]
We don’t think of dogs as blood donors, but the demand is there. Surgeries, traumatic injuries, pancreatitis, rat poison ingestion are some medical conditions where a blood transfusion may be necessary. Allison Dietz, a licensed veterinary technician, runs a pet blood bank in Seattle, Washington. According to Ms. Dietz, one donation could potentially save 4 […]
New Year’s is the perfect time for resolutions. We often make pretty grand ones and then forget about them the next day, but there are some fairly realistic resolutions you can commit to which will make your pet happier and healthier. Here are some ideas: If you haven’t adopted a pet yet, or have room […]
