Are Retractable Leashes Safe for Dogs?
Flexi leads or freedom leashes, might seem like more fun for Fido, but at what cost? Once touted as the best thing since sliced bread because they allow your dog extra freedom while still being...
View ArticleBee Careful: Everything You Need to Know About Dog Bee Stings
It is bee season out in the warm summer months. Make sure your dog is safe from those nasty bee stings. Many of us have been stung by bees. No one likes it. When a bee comes by, people often flail and...
View ArticleRaw Diets and Hyperthyroidism in Dogs
Hyperthyroidism is extremely rare in dogs. It is typically associated with aggressive thyroid tumors that produce large amounts of thyroid hormone. The only other known cause is the ingestion of...
View ArticleHow Your Cat Can Beat The Summer Heat
Summer is here, the weather is getting warmer, and we tend to find ourselves outdoors and less likely to be at home. This may be easy for some, but for those with a pretty kitty we need to make sure...
View Article10 HUMAN FOODS DOGS CAN EAT
You know you’re not supposed to feed your dog chocolate, onions, grapes/raisins, macadamia nuts and avocados. And you monitor for sensitivity to common food allergens such as meat, corn, wheat and...
View Article15 things humans do wrong at dog parks
Dog parks. They’re a play heaven for our furry friends, right? Well, not really. Dog parks are one of those places that seem like a brilliant idea — and would be, if we all knew how to behave. But we...
View Article5 Ways Ticks Can Kill Your Dog
After this Polar Vortexing “bear” of a winter, your dog – like you – may have a major case of Spring Fever. But with April kicking off tick season (which last through September) in many parts of the...
View ArticleMixed or Purebred Puppy: Which is Better?
There has been a longstanding argument amongst dog lovers and experts alike on the merits of a mixed-breed versus a purebred puppy. Some believe that there are many advantages to getting a mixed-breed...
View ArticleTop Ten Signs of Heart Disease in Dogs
Early diagnosis and treatment can make all the difference when it comes to heart disease and your dog. As a dog owner, you should be aware of the signs of heart disease so that you can bring it to your...
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Canine Cancer: Lymphoma
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this common canine cancer. Lymphoma is a common form of cancer that originates in the lymphatic system, a network of vessels, nodes, and organs that...
View ArticleCelebrating the dogs of war: The noble lives of combat canines
Marine Cpl. John Dolezal poses with Cchaz, a Belgian Malinois, at Twentynine Palms in California. (Wondering about that spelling? Dogs bred at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas, the military’s primary...
View Article13 Facts About Wolves and Dogs That Will Blow Your Mind
On Friday, the folks at The Bark Post went to the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, NY to say hi to some wolf pups and learn some awesome stuff about wolves, dogs, and how they collide. At the...
View ArticleGearing Up for a Summer Vacation? Check Out Our Travel Safety Tips
Summer travel season is in full swing, and we think trips are always more fun when you bring your furry friends along. If you’re planning to take a vacation this summer with your pets in tow, we’ve...
View ArticleDogs in Hot Cars
Every year, dogs suffer and die when their guardians make the mistake of leaving them in a parked car—even for “just a minute”—while they run an errand. Parked cars are deathtraps for dogs: On a...
View ArticleHealth Care Providers Advise Cautionary Measures as MERS Infections Spread
Zoonotic diseases, which are caused by infectious organisms spreading among species (animals to humans and vice versa), are a continual source of intrigue for me as a practicing veterinarian. Although...
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Risks of Second Hand Smoke for Dogs and Cats
Do you smoke? Have you thought about the adverse effect the habit is probably having on your pets’ health? Research shows just how dangerous second and third hand smoke is to the animals who live with...
View ArticleWhich food to feed your dog or cat.
Your cat is an obligate carnivore, NOT designed to consume ANY carbohydrates, yet even the so called ‘quality’ veterinary food of Royal Canin has substantial carbohydrates.. Especially the dry...
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Dangerous BBQ Foods for Pets
A Menu for Food Safety By Victoria Heuer The 4th of July is such a great day. It means cook-outs, picnics, and all around revelry as we celebrate our nation’s independence. And if it falls close the...
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The Feline Quality of Life Scale Helps You Determine If It’s Time to Say...
A pet hospice devised this method of adding some objectivity into this highly emotional situation. When you first brought home that bouncy kitty, end-of-life decisions were the farthest thing from...
View ArticleElectric Shock Injuries in Dogs
First Aid for Electric Shock Electricity is dangerous, especially around young dogs and incorrigible chewers. However, if your dog suffers an electric shock it is essential that you consider your own...
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