Urinary tract infections are some of the most common infectious diseases found in dogs, period. If your dog has suffered from more than a handful of UTIs in his lifetime, particularly in close succession, he may be prone to recurrent urinary tract infections. Repeated occurrences of UTIs should always be addressed by a veterinarian, of […]
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First 2 Hours: I Found a Hot Spot on My Pet
Ruh roh…you found a hot spot on your cat or dog. Hot spots are incredibly common and can be caused by a wide range of factors. While hot spots themselves aren’t usually emergency issues, they can sometimes be indicative of a more serious health problem that needs to be addressed. Let’s talk about what to […]
First 2 Hours: My Dog Tore His Paw Pad
A torn paw pad can be really painful for your dog. It’s a relatively common injury – dogs use their paws to traverse all manner of terrain. You’re most likely to notice your dog has a torn paw pad when he steps on something and winces, cries out in pain, or starts leaving bloody paw […]
How to Know Know if Your Cat Has an Upper Respiratory Infection
Feline upper respiratory infections (URIs) are no fun for anyone, least of all your cat. These infections can be caused by any number of bacteria or viruses your cat comes into contact with often. How can you tell whether your cat has an upper respiratory infection, and what should you do if you think she […]
First 2 Hours: My Cat is Having Difficulty Breathing
It’s scary when your pet can’t breathe. Breathing problems (dyspnea) are usually indicative of something serious and they should never be taken lightly. Whether your cat’s breathing troubles have come on suddenly or they’ve been building for days, here’s what you should do. 0-30 Minutes In: Rush Your Cat to the Vet Difficulty breathing is […]
How to Know if Your Cat Has a FLUTD
How can you tell whether your cat has a FLUTD? Feline lower urinary tract disease is common in cats of any age. FLUTD, actually used as a descriptor of several urinary tract afflictions, is usually easily treated with the assistance of a veterinarian and careful monitoring. Do you suspect your cat has FLUTD? If you […]
