Why Do Cats and Dogs Eat Grass?
[fusion_builder_container hundred_percent=”no” hundred_percent_height=”no” hundred_percent_height_scroll=”no” hundred_percent_height_center_content=”yes” equal_height_columns=”no” menu_anchor=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” status=”published” publish_date=”” class=”” id=”” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_position=”center center” background_repeat=”no-repeat” fade=”no” background_parallax=”none” enable_mobile=”no” parallax_speed=”0.3″ video_mp4=”” video_webm=”” video_ogv=”” video_url=”” video_aspect_ratio=”16:9″ video_loop=”yes” video_mute=”yes” video_preview_image=”” border_size=”” border_color=”” border_style=”solid” margin_top=”” margin_bottom=”” padding_top=”” padding_right=”” padding_bottom=”” padding_left=””][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type=”1_1″ layout=”1_1″ spacing=”” center_content=”no” link=”” target=”_self” min_height=”” hide_on_mobile=”small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility” class=”” id=”” background_color=”” background_image=”” background_image_id=”” background_position=”left top” background_repeat=”no-repeat” hover_type=”none” […]
10 Early Warning Signs Of Cancer In Pets
10 Early Warning Signs Of Cancer In Pets James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT June 26, 2015 Would you know how to detect cancer in your pet? Early cancer detection is associated with the best outcomes and in many cases a cure. Here are 10 of the most common warnings signs you might want to […]
Bee Stings & Pet First Aid
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT June 19, 2015 The warmer months bring out stinging insects that our furry friends can have a bad encounter with. Dogs will occasionally chase and snap at bees and wasps, while cats can find these moving objects interesting enough to paw at, catch, or play with. And then this […]
Why Does My Pet Scratch All The Time?
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT June 12, 2015 Cats and dogs can be very hard to live with when they are itchy! Here are some of the most common reasons why they might be scratching: Allergies Inhalant allergies. Dogs are different than people in that pollens and dusts that are inhaled do not bind […]
Facts On Fleas
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 29, 2015 How much do you know about fleas? You probably won’t believe how quickly (and how much) they reproduce! Here are some interesting facts that might surprise you: There are 4 stages to the flea life cycle. They include the egg, the larva, the pupa (cocoon), and […]
When Curious Puppies Get Stuck
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 22, 2015 Dogs and cats have a tendency to stick their heads into places they should not. That perilous attribute of our furry friends has been the source of more than a few interesting stories! I often think of an experience that my wife (also a veterinarian) had […]
Tips For Pet Travel
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 15, 2015 Some pet owners opt to board their pet when they travel, but others like to take their companions with them! Here are some tips to make travel easier and safe for both you and your pet, particularly dogs: Give a calming aid. If your pet is […]
Is Fido Guzzling An Excessive Amount Of Water? How To Manage Diabetes In Your Pet – The New Way!
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 8, 2015 As obesity in our pets continues to rise, so does the prevalence of diabetes. Diabetes is a disease where the pancreas does not secrete enough insulin. Insulin is required for the cells in the body to take in and utilize a sugar called glucose for energy. […]
Your Dog Ate What?
James R. Speiser, DVM, DABVP, CCRT May 1, 2015 Over 30 years of veterinary practice has taught me one lesson: the creativity of a dog’s appetite has no boundaries. If a dog can swallow it, they will! Here are some true and unique cases that demonstrate this observation: The $10,000 diamond ring. Two newlyweds went […]
Should My Dog Get The Canine Influenza Vaccine?
Alicia Howser, DVM April 21, 2015 I am not going to give you a definitive “yes” or “no” answer to this question. You have to decide if it is best for your dog, just like you decide if you should get the flu shot every year yourself. What I am going to do is give […]