Ten Most Common Disorders of Geriatric Cats Someone once said that cats don’t age; they grow more refined. Either way, as time progresses certain illnesses can develop. By being aware of some concerns regarding older cats, you can be a more educated and prepared owner for your aging companion. It’s… read more →
A car ride! A car ride! For most dogs it’s the greatest thing since the biscuit and this time of year dogs tend to spend more time in the car due to family vacations and getaways. But a dog can get motion sickness just like people do which can mean… read more →
Many kennels and doggie day cares will be requiring Canine Flu vaccines by this summer. The two strains of Canine Flu in the US are novel viruses that ALL DOGS WHO CONTACT IT WILL CONTRACT. Social dogs who frequently go to day care, dog parks, or kennels should be immunized… read more →
Sure, the act of dog walking does wonderful things physically for both you and your dog. Especially the brisk pace my “Reese” demands on the way to the wonderful olfactory paradise awaiting at Frick Park. Your dog also savors every odor and aroma discovered in your neighborhood every day, using… read more →
Acclimating Your Cat To Travel In A Carrier Many cats are fearful of carriers, car rides and vet visits which can make it difficult for owners to decide to bring their cats in for wellness exams and routine care, and may delay an exam for an illness. Cats can be… read more →
Make Sure Your Dog’s Tags Are Up To Date Every News Channel in Pittsburgh has been running a public service story that the State, City, and County Dog Wardens will be on the lookout for dogs without current Rabies and License tags. In my East End neighborhood the wardens have… read more →
How To Provide For Your Pet Family With A Trust Tax season is when many Americans re-assess all the major financial decisions in their lives. Recently, several of our clients have asked me about the welfare of their pets if they (the owner) were to die. When many of us… read more →
Innovative New Pet Products For 2018 The 2018 Global Pet Expo recently unveiled four top pet products chosen from among 1000 submitted. They are clever, practical, and available online or in stores right now. The Best in Show Award for Cat products is pictured above. The “Mousr” from Petronics is… read more →
Spring Mushroom Toxicity Alert! My back yard is mulched, shaded, and loaded with ferns – the perfect place for spring and fall mushrooms to flourish. I gave up on growing grass long ago and I love the woodsy look, but I am always concerned because my Labrador loves to find… read more →
Real Life Emergency Room Essential Oils Toxicity Three weeks ago I wrote about Essential Oils toxicity for our pets and since have heard how shocked many of our clients were to learn that this really is a potentially fatal problem. I want to share this facebook post sent to me… read more →