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10 Myths About Spay/Neuter Surgery and the Truth About Your Pet’s Health

Spaying/neutering your pet is essential to responsible pet parenthood, yet many myths and misconceptions surround these procedures. Unfortunately, these myths can prevent pet parents from making the best choices for their pets’ health and well-being. We address 10 myths about spay/neuter surgeries and the facts you need to know to make an informed decision for your pet.

10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

In the panic of the moment, some mild conditions can appear very serious. Here are helpful tips to determine whether your canine's condition can wait until the morning or whether they need immediate assessment by a veterinarian.

Aggression Towards People

Dog aggression is any behavior meant to intimidate or harm a person or another animal. Because humans and dogs have different communication systems, misunderstandings can occur between the two species.

Can My Pet Get A Cold Or The Flu?

Cataracts in Dogs

Cataracts can affect your dog’s sight and can sometimes even cause pain. So, what are cataracts, and what causes them? And, if your dog does develop cataracts, how much will their lives be affected?

Cherry Eye Repair Surgery

“Cherry eye” occurs when the gland of the third eyelid prolapses which means it pops up and flips over the third eyelid.

Choosing the best food for your dog

With a wide variety of brands and formulations on the market, choosing the right dog food can be overwhelming. Like any other retail sector, the pet food industry is a business, and it can be difficult to separate quality information from clever marketing.

Cleaning Stains and Odors

Tips on cleaning pet stains and preventing future ones.

Cognitive Decline in Pets

Like in humans, one of the organs that can start to decline during older age is the brain. So, what is cognitive decline? How do you spot the signs of cognitive decline in your pet? And if your cat or dog is affected, what can you do to help?

Common Signs of a Food Allergy in Pets

A food allergy happens when the body inappropriately reacts to food as if it were a threat. Diagnosing and treating a food allergy can be a complex process.

Crate Training Your Dog

Crate training your dog may take some time and effort, but can be useful in a variety of situations.

Cystotomy

Cystotomy is surgery performed to enter the bladder. Most commonly, pets undergo a cystotomy to remove bladder stones.

Dental Health in Dogs – A Detailed Guide

Some studies show that up to 60-80% of dogs can be affected by dental disease.

Destructive Chewing

Exploring the world with their mouths is normal behavior for dogs. Chewing can, however, be directed onto appropriate items so your dog isn’t destroying items you value

Dog Toys and How to Use Them

There are many factors that contribute to the safety or danger of a toy. Many of those factors, however, are completely dependent upon your dog’s size, activity level and personal preference.

Dog Vulvoplasty Surgery

Vulvoplasty, also known as episioplasty, is a surgical procedure performed in female dogs to remove excess skin folds around the vulva. It aims to correct issues that lead to chronic inflammation, skin infections, or recurrent urinary tract infections. 

Everything You Need to Know About Microchips

A microchip is a small radio frequency identification device (RFID) roughly the size of a grain of rice that is implanted under your pet's skin, where it will remain for the duration of their life.

Exploratory Laparotomy Surgery

Exploratory surgery is performed to examine the organs within the abdomen. It is most commonly done to remove foreign materials from the stomach or intestines.

Finding a Pet-Friendly Rental

There are many online resources that assist in finding nearby pet-friendly rentals.

Flea and Tick Education

Fleas and ticks are more than just a nuisance; they can pose serious health risks to both pets and humans. To protect the health of your pets, it is crucial to implement effective flea and tick prevention measures.