Separation Anxiety in Dogs: The Fear of Being Alone
Dogs are highly social, and most dogs thrive best when they have company. Dogs with separation-related anxiety can engage in unwanted behavior such as excessive vocalization, inappropriate elimination |
Teaching Your Dog to Lie on their Side for Nail Trims
Training consent behaviors builds confidence, promotes force-free learning, and increases your pet’s cooperation. When your dog offers a consent behavior they are giving permission for something to |
The Benefits of Omega-3 Supplements
Fish Oil SupplementsShawn P. Messonnier, DVMFish oil is a popular and safe supplement that has been used for many years in humans and in animals. The supplement can help pets needing anti-inflammatory |
Top 10 Cat Toxins from Pet Poison Helpline
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Top 10 Dog Toxins from Pet Poison Helpline
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Top Kitchen Toxins For Pets
Top Kitchen Toxins For PetsChocolate, Macadamia nuts, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but they’re actually quite dangerous for our animal companions. Our nutrition experts have pu |
Tracheal Collapse in Dogs
Tracheal collapse is a common cause for a "goose honk" sounding cough in toy and small breeds of dogs. This cough is often followed by hacking or gagging up clear foam. The cough is often triggered |
Traveling With Pets
Traveling With Your PetBefore starting out on your trip, ask yourself: if my pet be
comfortable and happy on this trip? Some animals simply
prefer to stay at home and a ‘homesi |
Traveling with Your Cat
"At some point, you and your cat will need to travel. You may feel
stressed by the idea, but with a bit of effort and planning, cats can learn to
cope with the trip. Preparing your cat beforehand ca |
Units Of Measure
Weights and MeasuresWeight EquivalentsHousehold MeasuresAbbreviations1 gt = 0.06 mL15 gtt = 1 mL1 tsp = 5 mL3 tsp = 1 tbsp1 tbsp = 15 mL1 jigger = 45 mL1 teacup = 180mL1 glass = 240 mL1 measuring cup |
Urinary Incontinence in Dogs
Urinary Incontinence in DogsUrinary Incontinence is the involuntary passing or dribbling of urine. There are many different reasons why a pet can become incontinent. Those reasons can involve problems |
VetPen Instructions For Use
Administering Vetsulin With VetPenPreparing the VetPen for use1. Remove cap.2. Unscrew body from cartridge holder.3a. Ensure plunger is retracted.If not, 3b. Rewind plunger4. Insert cartridge after sh |
Viral Papillomas in Dogs
Viral Papillomas in DogsWendy Brooks, DVM, DABVPDoes my Dog Have Warts?Certain viruses are able to cause the growth of small round skin tumors commonly referred to as warts. Everyone who has ever seen |
Winter Holiday Hazards for Pets
Winter Holiday Hazards for PetsThe holiday season is upon us, and many people plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep |
