Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency(EPI)is a condition affecting both dogs and cats although it is less common in cats. With EPI, the pancreas produces little or none of the enzymes necessary to help digestion. These enzymes include amylase which breaks down starches, lipase which breaks down fats and trypsin and chymotripsine which breaks down proteins. The enzymes […]
We humans are a touchy, feely species. That’s why we would like our pets to enjoy a cuddle and a snuggle with us. Some pets love physical contact with their humans while others prefer to have their own space. While there has been much speculation on the subject of pets cuddling, no one has come […]
This is an important recall for those who have small pets (gerbils, hamsters, guinea pigs, birds, etc.) and any animals who feed on fresh vegetables. Pacific Cilantro, based in Salinas, California reported on Friday, December 9th, that the FDA found salmonella in a sample of their herbs. The cilantro, also known as coriander, was distributed […]
