by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Domesticated Animals, Fennec Foxes, Small Mammals, Uncategorized
Fennec Fox Care Guide With oversized ears and mischievous faces, fennec foxes are cute as can be. But these exotic pets require a lot of care to stay healthy and happy. Health At just three pounds, fennec foxes are the smallest member of the fox family. Native to the...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Domesticated Animals, Flying Squirrels, Small Mammals, Uncategorized
Much like sugar gliders, flying squirrels make affectionate pets when purchased young and raised by their owner. Unlike sugar gliders, however, flying squirrels are rodents that need veterinary care specific to the species. Your veterinary team can help with the care...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Choosing Your Pet, Domesticated Animals, Skunks, Small Mammals, Uncategorized
Home and Veterinary Care for Pet Skunks If you’re an adventurous pet owner, you may love exotic animals such as skunks. You’ll be happy to learn that skunks can indeed make excellent domestic pets, but only if they receive the proper care to enjoy a happy,...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Pests and Parasites, Pet Health, Uncategorized
Hookworms are small, thread-like parasites of the small intestine where they attach and suck large amounts of blood. These parasites are found in almost all parts of the world, being common in dogs, and occasionally seen in cats. Symptoms are usually diarrhea and...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Orthopedics, Pet Health, Uncategorized
Luxating patella is a condition where the kneecap (patella) moves out of its normal position. Luxating patella is one of the most common knee joint abnormalities of dogs, but it is only occasionally seen in cats. It may affect one or both of the knees. In some cases...
by animaldogs | Oct 31, 2023 | Orthopedics, Pet Health, Uncategorized
The rupture of the cruciate ligament is the most common knee injury in the dog. This injury has two common presentations. One is the young athletic dog playing roughly who acutely ruptures the ligament and is non-weight bearing on the affected hind leg. The second...
