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The Dangers of Foreign Object Ingestion: Preventing and Treating Vomiting Episodes
March 21, 2024

The ingestion of foreign objects poses significant dangers to pets, often leading to vomiting episodes. This can result in various health risks, including gastrointestinal obstructions and perforations. To prevent foreign object ingestion and subsequent vomiting episodes in pets, owners should:


Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome
October 10, 2023

Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome (AHDS) is a severe health condition that primarily affects dogs. It's characterized by a sudden onset of diarrhea that is often bloody. It's crucial to understand what it is and how it affects your furry friend.


First Aid for Heatstroke: Steps to Take When Your Pet Is Overheating
September 29, 2023

Hyperthermia/Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition and requires immediate medical intervention. During the hot summer months, animals become very susceptible to overheating due to their poor ability to regulate their temperature. Unlike humans, animals only have sweat glands in their paw pads, and can result to panting as a way to cool their body down. The risk of multiple organ failure and impending death can become an immediate risk if the internal temperature of an animal severely exceeds normal range.


A Comprehensive Guide to Parvo Virus Treatment: What Pet Owners Should Know
May 05, 2023

Parvo virus, scientifically known as Canine Parvovirus, is a highly contagious viral disease that primarily attacks dogs, although it can affect other mammals too. The virus targets rapidly dividing cells in a dog's body, most notably affecting the intestinal tract.


The Link Between Pancreatitis and Other Pet Health Conditions
January 10, 2023

It is crucial to understand various health conditions that can affect our pets, and pancreatitis is a common one. Pancreatitis is an inflammatory condition that affects the pancreas, an organ responsible for producing digestive enzymes and insulin.


A Simple Guide: How to Care for Pet After Surgery
December 30, 2022

As a pet parent, you should do everything possible to protect your animal companion from post-op complications and problems. Here is a simple guide to providing proper care for your recovering pet.


Pet Choking Emergency and After Care
September 30, 2022

Animals are incredibly curious creatures. Sniffing an object can only tell your dog so much about what they have encountered, so popping it into their mouth for a taste is the next best option. Unfortunately, it's not only food items that animals apply this process to. Anything interesting that they come across is likely to be sniffed, licked, and even chewed by your four-legged friend. Many non-food items could pose a hazard to your pet, with the biggest risk being choking.


How Do You Keep Pets Safe in Summer Heat?
May 11, 2022

Summer is a much-anticipated time of the year and is the season for lots of outdoors fun for humans and pets alike. However, as temperatures get higher, there are certain challenges for pet owners when it comes to our animal’s health.


My Pet Won't Eat, Is It an Emergency?
April 11, 2022

It can be worrying to discover that your pet is not eating, especially when your furball is quite the chowhound. It can be difficult to tell whether your dog or cat is simply being picky or needs to see a vet.


Pet Holiday Hazards To Watch Out For
November 8, 2021

The holiday season is just around the corner, and we bet you can’t wait for the festivities to begin. Nevertheless, before you start prepping the turkey and digging out the tinsel, stop and take a little time to think about the potential risks that the holiday season poses for your precious pet. Often, we get so wrapped up in the preparations and fun that we don’t realize that there are more than a few holiday hazards which could spell disaster for our animals if we aren’t aware of them.  


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