16 March 2016
Rabbits are susceptible to a number of diseases and health issues, but one of the most common is a condition called fly strike. This condition is caused by green bottle flies laying their eggs on the damp fur of the rabbit. The eggs hatch into larvae that then burrow under the rabbit's skin and release toxins that make the rabbit very ill. As a bunny owner, you should hope that you never have to deal with this scary, life-threatening ailment.
19 January 2016
The liver is one of the most important organs in a cat's body. It performs many functions that are crucial to a cat's well-being, and if compromised, the consequences can be serious, even lethal. One such condition is called a portosystemic shunt. The most common form of the disease is congenital, and a cat will typically begin to manifest symptoms during the first year of life. If your young friend begins to show signs of an underlying condition, it's important to get an early diagnosis.
29 December 2015
When it comes to your beloved dog, you probably want the best for it and its health. However, there are many things that can come in between your pet and fully healthy lifestyle. One of the biggest detriments to your pet's health are parasites. Numerous parasites can affect how your dog goes about its business and leads a normal day-to-day life. It is good practice to keep yourself informed of what kind of parasites can pose a threat to your beloved pet.
30 July 2015
Dogs love barbecues: the sights, the smells, the people and of course, the food. Dogs can get into all manner of trouble when they eat people food, but one of the biggest threats to dogs at summer barbecues are the bones found in foods like chicken and ribs. Knowing what to do if your dog swallows a bone can help you keep your dog safe, and may even save your dog's life.
30 July 2015
Guinea pigs are very delicate animals that can develop a wide range of illnesses. Some of these illnesses are also things that can affect people, like ear infections. Here are five things you need to know about ear infections in guinea pigs. What are the signs of an ear infection? The signs of an ear infection can be easy to miss since guinea pigs tend to hide any sign of weakness or illness.
30 July 2015
If you're a dog owner, you probably know to be wary of deer ticks, since they spread Lyme disease. However, there's another tick-borne illness to be aware of, too. Babesiosis is an infection spread by the American dog tick and the brown dog tick. If you live in areas such as the West Coast, Florida, or the eastern United States where these species of ticks are present, then you need to know the basics about this disease in order to better protect your dog.
30 July 2015
If you have noticed small crawling and hopping insects on your cat or dog's fur coat, they most likely have contracted fleas. Fleas are tiny parasites that cause skin problems for pets if they are not removed promptly. They can also start becoming embedded in your carpeting and bedding if they hop off of your pet. If you have never dealt with fleas before, you will most likely feel uncomfortable and anxious about helping your pet and removing them from your home.