What is Kennel Cough? Know What to Look For & What to Do

What is it? Kennel cough in a dog occurs when he or she contracts the Bordetella bronchiseptica bacteria while already carrying a virus such as adenovirus, parainfluenza, canine herpes, or distemper. It is easily passed from dog to dog through droplets lingering in the air from a sneeze or cough or from a surface that has […]

How to Keep Your Pet’s Joints Healthy

Is your pet experiencing joint pain? Here are some signs to look for, and ways to improve their joint health. What to Look For If your pet is experiencing any of the following, they may be suffering from joint pain… – lameness that comes and goes – difficulty rising – stiffness – swollen or tender […]

Benefits of Dirt! Why Does Your Horse Roll In It?

Dirt has multiple benefits for many animals, including humans. However, the benefits can be different from species to species. If you are a horse owner or if you’ve ever been around a horse, you’ve probably seen them roll in the dirt. Here are 7 reasons why horses choose to roll in the dirt… 1. Prevent […]

How to Reduce Pet Anxiety

Some Signs that Your Pet May Be Anxious 1. Loss of appetite 2. Rapid breathing or excessive panting 3. Body Language – tense face, will not make eye contact – tail low or tucked – ears laid back – head turned away 4. Depressed 5. Lethargic 6. Fur or skin not shiny, hair loss, major […]

Ehrlichosis & Dogs: What is this Tick-Borne Disease?

What is Ehrlichosis? Ehrlichosis is a bacterial infection transmitted by ticks. An infection that affects the white blood cells, it can lead to issues with the function of bone marrow and blood cell production. Ehrlichosis is transmitted by the Brown Dog Tick and the Lone Star Tick. Types of Ehrlichosis & What to Look For […]

Our Pets and Lyme disease

Summer brings warm, sunny weather, which draws people and their pets into the great outdoors. But what’s lurking on those tall grasses, trees, and fallen logs could be enough to keep you away. Tiny little ticks the size of a pin head can potentially wreak havoc on the body. What is Lyme Disease?Lyme disease is […]

Do Your Emotions Affect Your Pet’s Emotions?

As humans, we often pick up on the emotions of others. When someone is experiencing an emotional low, others often pick up on it through their body language, facial expressions, and the energy they carry. The same is true when someone is on top of the world and full of lively energy, others not only […]

Is Your Pet’s Itching & Scratching from Outdoor Sensitivities?

When your cat or dog has a sensitivity it most notably effects the skin. We physically see them itching, scratching, rubbing, and/or licking. This behavior can then become excessive, leading to rashes and bald patches, causing further discomfortable and accelerated irritation.When this happens most owners initially start an elimination diet, cutting out specific foods that […]

Unusual Lumps and Bumps On Your Pet

As humans age, changes happen to our skin. Our skin is not as smooth and radiant as it once was. Humans often times will begin to show discoloration or develop bumps or skin tags. Our pets experience similar changes as they age as well. It is quite normal for pet’s to develop blemishes and bumps […]