Learning About Vet Care For Small Animals

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If Your Dog's Eye Is Looking Cloudy, He May Have a Cataract

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Has the lens of your dog’s eye begun to take on an opaque, cloudy look? There’s a good chance that your dog is developing a cataract, which occurs when the proteins in the lens of the eye become deformed and start shriveling. Here’s what you need to know about cataracts in dogs. What symptoms should you look for? You’ll be glad to know that the cataract is not painful for your dog. Read More»

Winter Safety Tips For Your Pup

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Winter can be difficult for everyone, and it can be especially difficult on your furry pal. You’ll need to take good care of your pup during cold winter months to help protect him against frost bite or hypothermia. See below for some winter safety tips to protect your pup this winter: 1. Keep Walks Short Keep walks short during cold weather days. Your dog’s paws are exposed to the cold and ice as they aren’t wearing thick soled boots like you are. Read More»

Got A New Dog? 2 Bad Behaviors And How To Fix Them

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If you are a new dog owner, it is important that you know that dogs have certain behaviors that are not very becoming. In many cases, new dog owners do not fully understand these behaviors and will mishandle them. To ensure that your relationship with your dog starts off on solid ground, here are two bad behaviors that you will most likely see your dog partaking in and what you need to do to solve and prevent them: Read More»

Recently Adopted Your First Rabbit? 3 Reasons To Schedule A Vet Visit Right Away

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Adopting a rabbit may like less work than if you were to adopt a cat or a dog, but there are many similarities to consider when you want them in the best health possible. If you’ve recently adopted a rabbit and brought them home, it’s a good idea to look into scheduling a visit to the vet as soon as possible. Instead of rushing to a vet at the first sign of a medical issue, making an appointment right after you bring your new rabbit home can help you get familiar with your local vet and help you make sure that they’re healthy. Read More»

Fungal Infections In Dogs' Ears: An Owner's Guide

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If your dogs is scratching his ears a lot and you’re noticing redness and swelling in the area, he probably has a fungal infection in his ears. Sometimes, the fungi may also cause an odor or some flaking skin. While fungal infections of the ear may seem gross and are certainly uncomfortable for your dog, they are pretty common and easily treatable. Here’s what you need to know about this common form of dog care. Read More»