FPV Feline Panleukopenia Virus – Clinical Signs & Diagnosis
Feline Panleukopenia is caused by the feline parvovirus. This is a pathogen that affects all cats, but it causes severe forms of the disease in kittens, in particular. The virus can be quite resilient and survive in the outdoor and indoor environment for a long time. Unfortunately, FPV has a high mortality rate, and outbreaks […]
How Many Kittens Will My Cat Have?
Cats are extremely prolific breeders, and one female can produce about twelve kittens every year if she isn’t spayed. If you want to avoid a house that’s full of kittens that you might have to put up for adoption, you should consider spaying your female cat. It has plenty of advantages, but as any operation, […]
Feline Infectious Peritonitis
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) is a viral disease of cats that is caused by specific strains of the Feline Coronavirus group. Most of the strains in this family aren’t capable of causing a medical condition, and they go by the name of Feline Enteric Coronavirus. However, a small number of the cats that become infected […]
Kitten Feeding Schedule
Not all kittens are lucky enough to have a mother that cares for them and feeds them on a regular basis. Some can be abandoned while others can be left without their mothers due to accidents and other tragedies. If you find yourself in the position to take care of an orphaned kitten, you might […]
No Dog is Hypoallergenic
The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology appreciates that approximately ten million pet parents are actually allergic to their own furry friends. For some people who are aware of their allergy but still love dogs, it would be a great idea if they could opt for something called a hypoallergenic breed. But is there […]
Cleaning Your Home and Furniture During COVID-19
The novel Coronavirus has taken the world by surprise. It seems that, in 2020, we have forgotten that pandemics can still exist, that they have a lethality and recovery rate, and that they can do significant damage to our loved ones and our society as we know it. While it is true that this type […]
Caring for a Dog During COVID-19
Recently, WHO has changed its views on whether pets can transmit the novel Coronavirus. On March 12th, 2020, a dog in Hong Kong was diagnosed with the COVID-19 disease, but he had been living with both of his guardians, both of whom had been infected with the pathogen. The dog didn’t show any symptoms, but […]
Dog Constipation – Causes, Diagnosis and Treating the Problem
Constipation in dogs can be defined as the animal’s inability to pass feces that are usually hard or dry. Older dogs are more likely to get constipated compared to younger ones, and it is an issue that can be seen in any breed. Constipation is a serious problem, especially if it is left untreated. If […]
Are Dogs Color Blind | What Colors Can they See?
If you have ever wondered just how many colors your canine friend can see, we’ll discuss this topic in this article. Human vision is extremely rich. We are privileged to distinguish between several colors, from orange and yellow to indigo and violet. In many ways, dogs and humans look at the world entirely differently. But […]
Can I Use Baby Shampoo On My Dog?
Dogs aren’t the cleanest pets in the world, and every dog parent knows this. They enjoy having a lot of fun, and that often involves playing in areas packed with mud or water. They don’t have the same self-cleaning mechanism boasted by cats, which means that cleaning your dog’s coat ends up being your responsibility. […]
Metronidazole for Dogs – Dosage, Uses & Side Effects
Metronidazole is a type of medication that can be prescribed for treating anaerobic bacterial infections or in cases of protozoal infections. This drug is typically utilized to treat a variety of intestinal problems, including diarrhea, but it works in many types of infections (abscesses and others) whose pathogen is suspected to be an anaerobic bacteria. […]
Can I Catch COVID-19 From My Pet | Coronavirus Explained
Coronaviruses are a very large family of pathogens that can affect a broad range of mammals, including our cats and dogs. If you’re wondering whether you can get the new coronavirus (COVID-19) from your pet, the answer is no. But it’s not a clear no, since it is presumed that cats and dogs can be […]
Signs and Treatment of Dehydration in Dogs
Water is by far the most important component of living beings, especially mammals. Did you know that water makes up about 60% of an adult dog’s body and up to 80% of a newborn puppy’s body? Dehydration can be just as dangerous to humans as it is to our pets. In this post, we’ll look […]
Natural Remedies for Dog Allergies
Nothing is more frustrating than a pet allergy, especially one that doesn’t seem to respond to conventional treatment. It’s a nuisance for your Fido, but it is also one for yourself since you don’t want to see your dog scratching or licking their limbs, tail, or feet all the time. Plus, dogs can cause damage […]
Can Dogs Drink Wine or Beer? The Dangers of Pets and Alcohol
Some people might think it might be funny to give some beer or wine to a dog and see how he reacts. Others might know all about the dangers of giving a canine friend alcohol, but they might not be able to prevent it, especially in situations that involve social gatherings, where you can’t keep […]