Conjunctivitis in Cats
Cats can have a variety of eye problems, but conjunctivitis is by far one of the most common ones that affect our feline friends. In this post, we’ll look at...
Cristina Vulpe PhD
How to Clean a Dog’s Ears
Dogs’ ears can get dirty every once in a while, just like people’s and other animals’ ears, too. This can happen because of the activities that the dog engages in...
Breathing Problems in Dogs
Dogs can have breathing problems just like people and other animals can, and in some situations, they can be life-threatening. But how can you tell if your dog is breathing...
Urinary Incontinence in Dogs
Urinary incontinence can be a common problem that dog parents have to face, and it can sometimes be just as common in puppies as it is in senior dogs. In...
Snake Bites and Dogs
Lethal snake bites are more or less common in our canine friends, especially compared to other species. Some dog breeds are tiny, which means that the venum quantity can become...
Everything you Need to Know about Cat Dandruff
Cats can suffer from dandruff, just like other animals and humans, too. But what is it caused by, and how can you treat it? Does cat dandruff pose a risk...
Dog Gum Colors and Associated Health Problems
The visible mucous membranes of pets and farm animals can be used by vets to tell whether they might be suffering from a medical problem or not. In dogs, this...
Will Neutering a Dog Change Its Behavior?
If you were planning on neutering or spaying your dog because it might make him or her more manageable behavior-wise, this might not be the best reason to do it....
What Should You Do If Your Dog Is Choking?
Choking can be a life-threatening event both in humans and in animals, but the fact of the matter is that humans can sometimes know how to perform the Heimlich maneuver...
Rat Poisoning in Dogs – Symptoms and Treatment
Rat poisoning is far more common in our canine friends than you might think. It can be severe or even fatal, so veterinary medical assistance is almost always necessary as...
Spider Bites and Dogs – Tarantulas, Brown Recluse, Black Widow and Brown Widow
Spider bites can be a nuisance for both humans and animals, but they can be particularly dangerous when they happen in dogs. Depending on the exact species of spider, some...
Signs That Your Dog Has Been Poisoned
Being a responsible pet guardian involves getting informed about what a happy and healthy dog should look like or behave and what symptoms a sick dog might show. Sadly, poisoning...
Does Your Dog Have Ear Mites or an Ear Infection?
If you’ve noticed that your Fido seems not to want to be touched on one side of his head or you see him scratching one or both of his ears...
Autoimmune Disease in Cats – Diagnosis and Treatments
Cats and dogs can have an autoimmune disease, just like humans. In this situation, a cat’s immune system would become incapable of distinguishing between its own cells or tissues. Since...
The Danger of Smoke Inhalation and Pets
Smoke inhalation is one of the primary causes of death in pets. Our furry friends become exposed to smoke usually as a result of house fires. Dogs and cats can...