Canine Respiratory Illness
Should you be concerned about respiratory illness in your dog? A mystery canine respiratory illness has been spreading across the nation with occurrences reported in Oregon, Colorado, Indiana, Illinois, Washington, Idaho, California, Nevada, and portions of the Northeast. The symptoms mimic those of kennel cough or canine infectious respiratory disease complex (CIRDC), as respiratory signs […]
How to Combat Behavioral Issues in Your Pet
It can be extremely challenging to deal with a pet that is displaying behavioral issues. Whether your pet is acting out of boredom, aggression, anxiety, or another reason entirely, it is important to take action in order to address the issue. Doing so will not only improve your pet’s quality of life, but will also […]
Important Health Considerations for Your Senior Pet
Are you wondering how your pet’s veterinary care needs change as they get older? You’re not alone. Many pet owners are unsure of what to expect when their furry friend starts to age. The good news is that, in general, the needs of an older pet are not much different than those of a younger […]
Current FDA list of recalled dog & cat food products
Responsible pet owners need to be alert to animal safety warnings and food or product recalls on pet products – both food and NON-food. The link provided below will connect you to the most recent information that has been provided to the American Veterinary Medical Association. We encourage you tocheck this list periodically if you […]
Heat Stroke
Heat stroke (hyperthermia) in dogs is, unfortunately, a common problem for pets in the Phoenix area. Heat stroke is defined as elevated body temperature to a degree and for a long enough time to cause damage to vital body tissues and organs. Dogs cannot sweat, as people do, to dissipate body heat. Their only means […]
Green Iguanas
Introduction The common green iguana is an arboreal (tree living) lizard native to the tropics of Central and South America. It is a daylight-active lizard and is almost completely herbivorous. Well-kept animals in captivity may live 10 to 15 years and grow to be six feet in length and weigh 10 to 15 pounds. Be […]
Guinea Pig Care
General Facts Life Span: 5 to 6 yearsSexual MaturityMale: 3 monthsFemale: 2 monthsGestation: 68 days (avg)Litter Size: 2 to 4 (avg)Weaning Age: 21 days Guinea pigs are social animals, enjoying physical contact with other guinea pigs when housed together. Aggression between guinea pigs is sometimes a problem, especially in crowded conditions. In nature, guinea pigs […]
Obesity
Obesity is becoming an extremely important health issue in our pets. It is estimated that approximately 35% of household pets are obese in the United States. Obesity in pets leads to similar health problems as it does in people. Here is a partial list of diseases and conditions that we know are directly caused […]
Parvo
Parvovirus “season” is here. That is actually a misleading statement because canine parvo is a disease we see year-round, but most local veterinarians will agree that we see an increased number of cases in the Spring and Summer. The canine parvovirus attacks many tissues in the dog’s body, most notably the intestinal lining and the […]
Rabbit Nutrition 101
If you have a rabbit, or are thinking of getting a rabbit as a pet, you may be puzzled by what to feed him. If you go to the pet store you will see shelves full of hays, pelleted food of all types and colors, grains, dried fruits, and snacks with exotic-sounding names like Drops, […]