Cats (and dogs too)use every part of their bodies to communicate with us and each other, including their paws. Cats have sweat glands between their paw pads. When they scratch an object, they deposit pheromones from the scent glands, leaving lots of information about themselves that other cats can read. The sweat glands also prevent […]
MRSA has found its way from humans to pets. Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) has been reported in dogs but no cases have appeared in cats. This aggressive form, found in hospitals is a particular risk to dogs who undergo amputation of a leg. Living with Tripawds Tripawds immune systems are generally compromised. Staphylococcus bacteria […]
Incontinence in pets can be caused in a number of ways. Young animals may have a birth defect with one or both ureters which carry urine from kidneys to the bladder. Dog breeds prone to this defect are Siberian Huskies, Miniature Poodles, Collies, Labrador Retrievers, West Highland White Terriers, Welsh Corgis, Wire-haired Fox Terriers. It […]
