An acral (affecting a limb) lick granuloma is an open sore. Constant licking or grooming one area of the skin prevents healing. While it can affect any breed of dog, large breeds such as German Shepherds, Great Danes, Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers and Dobermans seem more prone to lick granulomas. Once thought to be psychogenic […]
The month of September has been designated “Happy Cat Month.” Of course, as cat lovers, we want to keep our cats happy all the time. Here are some ways you can keep your cat content. Take him/her for regular checkups to the veterinarian. A healthy cat is a happy one. Keep your cat up-to-date with […]
Can you spot the different ways your dog uses his/her eyes to send you messages? Pain can cause a squinty look to your dog’s eyes. If your dog’s eyes appear larger than usual, it could mean s/he feels threatened or stressed. Larger or smaller eyes can mean aggression. If the whites are showing (called whale […]
