Skin Allergies In Dogs Allergic skin disease is a common problem in dogs and one that may be difficult to determine the cause of and frustrating to manage. Signs of allergic … [Read more...]
Bladder Stones in Dogs
Bladder or urinary stones are called uroliths or calculi, and are rock-like collections of minerals that form in the bladder. Minerals that may be involved include magnesium … [Read more...]
Portly Pets
Weight control strategies for dogs and cats Podgy pooches and portly puss-cats are in plague proportions! Our pets are not only living in the lap of luxury, they are lapping up … [Read more...]
Bone Groan
Osteoarthritis in dogs and cats If only our pets could talk! What messages do we miss by not being able to fully understand what they are thinking and feeling? If there is one … [Read more...]
Chocolate Toxicity In Animals
Chocolate can be a killer! Although chocolate is one of our favourite treats, it contains a substance that is toxic to animals. Toxicity, or poisoning, is most common in dogs … [Read more...]
Pet Care Tips for Cold Weather
When cold weather sets in, it is important to take extra care of your pets by helping them stay warm and safe throughout the winter months. Pets’ cold tolerance varies based on … [Read more...]
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome in Dogs and Cats
Brachycephalic airway syndrome is defined as partial blockage of airflow through the upper respiratory tract, which consists of the area from the nostrils to the throat. It is seen … [Read more...]
Environmental Enrichment to Help Your Dog Combat the Winter Blues
The chill of winter is in the air, so for many this means our dogs will be spending more time inside. The shorter daylight hours, coupled with the cold and wet often creates … [Read more...]
What is Mange?
Mange is a term often misused by pet owners to describe any itchy skin condition, especially the 'mangy' appearance of a dog with flea allergy dermatitis. However, true mange is a … [Read more...]
Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) in Dogs
Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) occurs when the dog has an allergic reaction to the saliva that is injected by the flea under the skin when it feeds. What are the signs of … [Read more...]
