Dog Flu – What You Need to Know

Dog Flu – What You Need to Know

Since flu season is upon us, it’s an excellent time to discuss dog flu. While people flu is pretty common, the good news is that dog flu is actually quite rare. Still, as a dedicated pet parent, it’s a good idea to have a working knowledge of the dog flu, especially...
Coronavirus and Your Pet

Coronavirus and Your Pet

There’s been a lot of information in the recent media about the latest strain of human coronavirus, but nothing about pets and how they fit into this picture. In this short article I wanted to briefly discuss coronavirus and pets.Dogs can become infected with a canine...
Ligament Injuries

Ligament Injuries

Ligament injuries, especially cruciate ligament injuries, are common in dogs and cats. These injuries occur when a sudden force is applied to ligaments supporting a joint. Common signs include initial pain and inflammation, occasionally swelling of the affected joint,...
Vitamin D and Your Pet

Vitamin D and Your Pet

Vitamin D deficiency is common in pets and people. Unlike people, dogs and cats cannot make Vitamin D from sunlight and require Vitamin D supplementation to stay healthy.In addition to providing bone health, Vitamin D also acts as a hormone to regulate many functions...
What Foods Should my Pet Eat?

What Foods Should my Pet Eat?

An important part of your pet’s healthcare is to ensure he/she is eating the best diet you can afford. Excellent healthcare starts with an excellent diet and pet parents have a number of choices.Our generic recommendation is to use a natural high-quality brand such as...