From the newsroom
Feb 16, 2021
While smartphones, tablets, or computers can be a huge productive tool, compulsive use of these devices can interfere with work, school, and relationships. Smartphone addictions may be causing dogs to suffer from anxiety and depression, according to some experts. Speaking to Metro, veterinary surgeon and founder of VetUk, Iain Booth explains that our phone dependency […]
Jan 16, 2021
Cats communicate with a complex variety of body language, vocalization, and scent signals that humans can’t detect. A cat’s body language can tell us a lot about what they are thinking or intending to do. Learning how to understand cat language will help us better understand what they want or need. A familiar phrase claims […]
Dec 17, 2020
With the holidays just around the corner, many of our homes will be decorated with beautiful festive Poinsettias, Mistletoe, Holly, and Lilies. The festive season brings many joys, but it might also bring danger to cats and dogs. Our gorgeous display of holiday plants is all too tempting to play with (or eat), and many […]
Oct 17, 2020
BEWARE… It’s time for spooky tales, dressing up and lots and lots of candy! Kids are getting excited and making plans for this eerie tradition of Trick-or-Treat. Candy is the whole point of trick-or-treating, but it won’t be as delightful for your dog as it is for humans. For pets, Halloween is actually more serious […]
Sep 17, 2020
It’s September, and that means Animal Pain Awareness Month! The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management has dedicated the month of September to raise awareness about pain and pain management in pets. Pain isn’t fun for anyone, and our furry friends are no exception. The International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) educates and informs […]
Aug 14, 2020
How hot is too hot to leave a pet in the car? Many sources say when the outside temperature is 70 degrees Fahrenheit, it’s too hot. This is a good guideline. Want more details? We got ‘em. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can start in dogs when their internal temperature reaches 104 degrees. Keep in […]
Jul 17, 2020
It is scary news for a pet owner to learn that a dog or cat is lost. Whether the gate was left open, or the animal escaped from the pet sitter while the family was on vacation, losing a pet creates a stressful situation. Hopefully, a good Samaritan will find the runaway pet and return […]
Apr 17, 2020
Cat ladies unite! Research shows that owning a cat is good for our health. For years ladies who love cats have been haunted by the ghost of the “crazy cat lady syndrome.” As cat lovers, we know the joy of cats. Felines brighten the lives of those who love them, or maybe it’s the whiskers, […]
