Obesity in dogs is very common and can cause or complicate many other conditions, such as arthritis and cardiopulmonary disease, by adding more stress to the already injured body systems. Conversely, painful arthritis and cardiopulmonary disease can contribute to obesity by discouraging the exercise necessary to slim that couch-potato figure. Genetics and hormonal conditions can [...]
A Kansas State University study has learned that humans are much more likely to spread germs to dogs (primarily through poor hand-washing hygiene) than are dogs likely to share germs while licking their owners’ faces and other dog bonding behaviors. American veterinarian Kate Stenska, a clinician at the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State [...]
Dog lovers will be lining up to catch Marley and Me, a tale about the so-called “worst dog in the world”. But even if you’re not a dog person, you might find something to admire and enjoy in this playful comedy that also manages to be a three tissue tear jerker. Based upon the autobiographical [...]
Dog itching is quite common, and can be due to a number of conditions, from a mild case of fleas to a more serious case of mange or fungal infection. A number of factors can play a role in causing your dog to scratch, including allergic reactions, bcaterial and parasitic infections, environmental sensitivities and nutritional [...]
A sugar substitute found in a variety of sugar-free and dietetic cookies, mints and chewing gum is proving highly toxic, even fatal, to snack-snatching dogs. Xylitol, popular in Europe for decades but a relative newcomer to the U.S. alternative-sweeteners market, can be “very, very serious” to dogs when ingested, says Dana Farbman, spokeswoman for the [...]
If you are looking for a healthier life, get a dog. Scientists have long believed that the companionship of a pet can be good for you, but new research suggests that dog owners are physically healthier than cat owners. According to Deborah Wells from Queen’s University, Belfast, dog owners tend to have lower blood pressure [...]
Do you want to understand pet insurance? Then, it is inevitable to compare the pet insurance to the health insurance, which is already familiar to you. Comparing pet insurance is mandatory because- You can understand how far veterinary care has really come in the last 20 or 30 years. Helps us to appreciate the uniqueness [...]
The obesity epidemic that we are experiencing in our society, is beginning to surge to the forefront of cause for concern for our pet population. Dogs and cats world wide are overindulging thanks to their owners spoiling them with treats, and access food. Killing our pets with sheer kindness is a statement that may sound [...]
A Chinese distributor has pulled a popular dog food brand from its pipeline following reports that about 10 dogs got sick after eating the product, two had died, and a third was gravely ill. Shanghai Yidi Pet Co. said it stopped selling Optima brand dog food last week and notified its customers not to feed [...]
Many common dog health problems are relatively benign, if caught and dealt with properly. Petting and grooming your dog regularly allows you to find “unusual” conditions or symptoms that may need to be checked out further by your friendly local veterinarian. Even in cases where you choose to wait a little while to see if [...]
