This month our employee pet profile will look at the two amazing golden retrievers that come to work in the marketing department with Abby! Employee First Name : Abby (aka Abstar) Pet’s Name(s) : Jack & Honda (aka J & H) Breed : Golden Retrievers Favorite Food : Bravo Beef Patties – Acana Pacifica – [...]
Archive for the ‘Uncategorized’ Category
28 Dec
5 New Year’s Resolutions Your Pet Wants You To Make
Are you and your pet ready for the happiest, healthiest New Year ever? We’ve got some resolutions for you!
19 Dec
Food + Chemicals + Dust = Hyperthyroid Kitties?
A serious disease affecting cats’ thyroid glands has risen to epidemic proportions since the first cases were diagnosed in 1979. It is a worldwide phenomenon, though worse in the U.S. than other countries. The disease itself, called hyperthyroidism (hyper = too much, thyroid = a hormone-making gland), is seen mostly in older cats age 10 [...]
19 Dec
Please Don’t Give Pets as Gifts!
Giving a pet as a gift sounds like fun, but it can create a host of problems for both guardian and pet. Creative options are available!
11 Dec
Keeping the Holidays Safe for Your Pets
The holidays can be a stressful and even dangerous time for our pets. The routines are upset, visitors abound, and tempting smells are coming from the kitchen! The Christmas tree itself is hazard #1. Many cats find it irresistibly tempting to climb, so make sure your tree is in a sturdy stand. If it’s a [...]
14 Jul
Why Vets Hate Natural Diets
Unless you have a holistic veterinarian, if you confess to your vet that you’re feeding a non-mainstream brand of pet food, raw meat, or (heaven forbid!) a homemade diet, you’ll probably see a look of consternation come over her face; and maybe even some subtle teeth clenching and whitening of the knuckles! So what’s their [...]
30 Jan
Constipation in Pets
Okay, so pet poop is not a particularly pleasant topic, but a surprising number of pets have problems with constipation (abnormal accumulation of feces and difficulty defecating). More serious conditions can result from constipation, such as obstipation (complete obstruction of the colon by feces) and megacolon (damaged nerves and muscles in the colon causing an [...]
2 Jan
Is Your Pet too Pudgy?
Pet obesity has been making the headlines in every veterinary journal for the last few months. It is indeed a serious problem for our furry friends. Many serious health problems can result from obesity, such as arthritis, liver disease, heart failure, and renal disease. Prevention is key here: don’t allow your pet to become overweight [...]
30 Nov
Holiday-Proofing Your Pets
This holiday season of year, while a happy time for most people, can be a stressful and even dangerous time for pets. The routines are upset, visitors abound, and extra-tempting smells are coming from the kitchen! Sharing is one of the most beloved aspects of the holidays, and it’s fine to share some turkey and [...]
9 Oct
Collapsed Trachea – Supportive Care
Question: My Pomeranian has been coughing alot so I took him in to see the vet. My vet told me that he has a Collapsed Trachea and gave me some pills to help him. Are there any natural remedies that can help him as well? Answer: Collapsed trachea is an anatomical issue, so [...]
