One of the most common reasons people take their pets to the veterinarian is for skin problems. Now, it’s true that skin problems are not uncommon, but it’s also true that they’re often pretty obvious. When your cat is itching or your dog has a hot spot, the symptoms can be pretty hard to…
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Will Biting Into a Glow Stick Make My Pet Sick?
Whether during Fourth of July fireworks or other warm weather events, summer is a prime time for people to wear glow-in-the-dark necklaces or play with glow sticks. Some pet owners are even tempted to attach a piece of glow jewelry or a glow stick to their pet’s leash, collar or neck during nighttime festivities or…
Why Wild Mushrooms Are Dangerous to Dogs and Cats
If your dog eats a mushroom bought at the grocery store, there is little risk of poisoning. Most mushrooms that are safe for people are also safe for pets. Wild mushrooms, unfortunately, may be deadly. And in the fall and spring, they can be a concern in many parts of the country. Dogs are…
Salmonella and Pet Food Recalls
It seems like the news is constantly full of stories about pet food recalls. Most recently, we’ve been hearing a lot about recalls due to salmonella contamination. Food recalls can occur for many reasons, including mislabeling (for example, potential allergens not listed), contaminates (particulates found in the food, which are usually tiny pieces of…
Is My Pet Sick or Just Getting Older?
As our pets get older, we expect them to slow down as part of the aging process, but how much slowing down is too much? What signs should pet owners watch out for in their senior pets that may suggest there is more going on than simply normal aging? What Qualifies a Pet as…
