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Obesity is a growing problem in the veterinary world. In a clinical survey conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), “56% of dogs and 60% of cats were classified as clinically overweight. That equals an estimated 50.2 million dogs and 56.5 million cats are too heavy.” Unfortunately, because of this, many pet owners...

Why Do Dogs Get Hot Spots? Hot Spot on dogs is a common skin condition that is also known as acute moist dermatitis. In this Vet Talks article, I  want to share with you the causes, prevention, treatments, and natural remedies for hot spots in dogs. Did you know the skin is the largest organ of...

Have you ever watched your cat do something and wondered why cats do that? Well, you’re not alone! Cats are mysterious creatures but animal experts continue to make discoveries for better understanding them. We’re here to explain some common cat behaviors that tend to make their humans wonder. Why do cats knead/make biscuits?  If you...

For the stubborn and picky eaters (mostly cats) who turn their nose up at most fruits and veggies, we have a meaty frosty treat recipe! This vet formulated recipe is a great way to keep your furkiddo cool in the summers and it is really easy to make. It is a healthy snack that can...

As a bunny parent, you have probably heard that the rabbit head tilt is one of the scariest symptoms of E. cuniculi. But what is this disease that infects more than 50% of rabbits worldwide after all? E. cuniculi is short for Encephalitozoon cuniculi, a primitive fungus. This fungal infection affects mainly rabbits but can occasionally happen in mice, guinea...

Andy’s mom learned the hard way that symptoms of collapsed trachea in dogs can creep in on you. This sweet boy started showing very minor signs of coughing at first, so the vet’s result was unclear. But only a year later, Andy was diagnosed with stage 1 collapsed trachea. Despite knowing that tracheal collapse is...

Our pets are our loved ones – our family. They wrap us around their little paws and show us so much love and joy. And that is why it is so hard to see them struggling if they have canine epilepsy. When George got into a car accident last fall, he ended up with brain...

Noticing lumps on dogs and cats is definitely every pawrent’s greatest fear. It can be even more life-shattering when the cancer diagnosis is confirmed. Overwhelming as it is, Myla’s story may give some hope to furmilies fighting this battle.  Symptoms of Canine Cancer Myla’s mom, Kaleigh, knows exactly how it feels like to see your...

Humans talk, whereas cats meow. Somewhere along the way, things are bound to be lost in translation, right? Communicating with your kitty is a great way to develop a stronger bond with your little one. But it goes beyond that. Understanding what your kitty is trying to tell you gives you an insight into their...

Diabetes in cats is a very common condition that takes a lot of care and patience to manage. While it can be stressful to watch your little one deal with cat diabetes, today’s inspiring pet tail will show that natural alternatives are available to support furkiddos like Noni! Noni’s First Signs of Diabetes Noni’s furmom...