The fundamentals of puppy love: Julie the Beagle You have a lifetime of snuggles, adventures, and love to look forward to. Aside from all the excitement, one of the first things you’re probably wondering is: what should I feed my new puppy? Bringing home a new puppy is so exciting! These rambunctious canines require patience, time,...

Just like there are many strains of the common cold or the flu, there are also many strains of kennel cough. By far the most common cause of kennel cough in dogs is Bordetella bronchiseptica. Bordetella bronchiseptica is a bacterial infection of the lungs that causes inflammation of the respiratory tract causing a characteristic hacking...

He may be little, but he is a strong little boy. Gotti is a 13 year young Chihuahua with a heart condition, but he won’t let this stop him from being… a super dog! Despite their small size, Chihuahuas can have a huge personality and can steal your heart right away… Just like Gotti did with his...

The feline urinary syndrome occurs when a condition affects the lower urinary tract and urethra of your kitty. This condition can be related to the environment or even stress. Common health problems that lead to urinary tract complications include urinary crystals which are a build-up of minerals. Another cause can be a lower urinary tract...

Achoo! Sneezing, itching, watery eyes, congestion, infection, digestive upset… blech!  These are all common symptoms of allergies that can make anyone feel uncomfortable. Even our darling fur companions. This is the story of Helena the senior cat. When Helena had been reclusive and grumpy for a very long period, her mom almost thought this was...

A mother’s instinct to protect her offspring begins from the moment she knows she is pregnant. As pet parents, we feel a similar connection with our pets. We vow to feed, protect, and care for our furry little ones. But sometimes even we need our mother’s help. When I decided to take my veterinary studies from Brazil to...

Frosted furry faces are the most special ones. They probably don’t follow you everywhere like they used to, but sharing life with senior pets has its own beauty. Senior dog problems include a weakened immune system, joint discomfort, and arthritis which can have dramatic impacts on their daily life. It can be hard to witness changes...

Congestive heart failure in dogs, or CHF, occurs commonly among senior pets. It is a broad term that essentially means your dog’s heart can’t pump blood efficiently to the rest of the body. This causes fluid to back up in the chest, causing chest congestion. It can be caused by a failure of the left...

Your cat’s kidneys do many important things. While older cats are at a higher risk and it is more common in older pets, kidney disease can occur in cats and dogs of all ages. It is a very common disease, with 1 in 3 cats being afflicted in their lifetime. It can develop as a sudden onset,...

There are benefits to having more than one cat, but they apply only when they are well-matched and have enough physical space to live together comfortably. Adequate space and resources are very important. One benefit is that the two cats provide each other with exercise, social interaction, and other forms of mental stimulation. This means they...