Although there is no true formula for feline water intake, we do know that cats generally will not consume enough water on their own to sustain organ functioning for a long and healthy life. This is because cats evolved as desert animals, so their sense of thirst is not nearly as acute as that [...]
More and more pet owners have made it a cause to find ways to relieve their beloved pets from pain brought about by sickness. Surgery once thought as the best solution to musculoskeletal disorders or gastric disorder, have been frowned upon by dog owners who find surgical procedure too expensive or too intrusive. Veterinary practitioners [...]
The impact of summer temperatures can never be predicted but there are indications of adverse effects by how our pets react to the scorching heat. One of the most common and most deadly summertime problems is heatstroke. Heatstroke is an acute condition of your pets’ body. This happens when your pet has produced or [...]
If your cat or dog is frightened by the sound of thunder, chances are they’ll be mortified by the sounds (and possibly sights) of firework displays. Even though we can appreciate your wanting to include companion animal in a holiday outing, do not take them to a fireworks display. Similarly, do not leave your pet [...]
Recently, much attention has been devoted to the long-term health of companion animals. More and more pet parents are seeking ways to supplement their dog’s new, healthier diets. Just like humans, dogs are subjected to environmental pollutants that can take a toll on their health. In the home, they are exposed to household cleaners, the [...]
A Commentary by Lucy Postins, Pet Nutritionist for The Honest Kitchen Consumers should take time to read pet food labels, familiarize themselves with what various ingredients really are, research the companies who make the products they buy – and then decide what they would (and would not) like their pets to eat. [...]
