by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Behavior & Training, Cats
Can you tell if a cat will be friendly, aggressive or laid-back simply by taking a quick look at its color? That question has perplexed cat owners and scientists alike for years. Although it’s possible that coat color may play a role in personality, it’s...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Tips for Pet Owners
Are you considering adding another furry companion to your family? If so, have you thought about how your new pet will interact with your current ones? Introducing a new pet into the family is always exciting, but it’s important to make sure that the pets you already...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Visiting the Vet
As with anything, pet vaccinations can be too much of a good thing. Similar to parents who are learning more about vaccinations for children, veterinarians and pet owners alike are beginning to question some of the standard wisdom when it comes to protecting pets....
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Tips for Pet Owners
Dogs and Bee Stings: What to Do If Your Pet is Stung Taking the time to stop and smell the roses (or any flowers) can lead to a painful experience for your dog if a bee happens to be hovering nearby. Although bee stings certainly aren’t comfortable, they usually...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Keeping Pets Healthy
10 Reasons Why You Should Schedule a Dental Exam for Your Pet During Pet Dental Month Pet dental month, held every February, highlights the importance of dental care for our furry friends. Tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health conditions don’t just...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Seasonal Topics
Could Your New Year’s Diet Be Deadly for Your Pet? If you’re planning to lose weight in the new year, you’re not alone. In fact, “diet to lose weight” was one of the top five resolutions when Vitagene surveyed Americans about the content...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Pet Dangers
Preventing an Accidental Pet Poisoning Pets are naturally curious creatures. They can’t resist toppling over the trash can or rooting through your backpack to search for tasty treats. The habit can lead to illness or even death if your cat or dog consumes...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Cats
Kitten Season Will Soon Be Here: Are You Prepared? Every spring and summer, animal shelters throughout the U.S. are inundated with litter upon litter of kittens. Many organizations resort to drastically reduced adoption fees and creative promotions to find homes for...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Seasonal Topics
Is Your Pet Protected from Heartworm Disease? Heartworm, a life-threatening parasitic infection, sickens dogs, cats, and ferrets in all 50 states. Like many diseases, heartworm is much easier to prevent than treat. National Heartworm Awareness Month, held every April,...
by animaldogs | Nov 1, 2023 | Behavior & Training
How to Calm an Anxious Pet Does your pet cower in fear during thunderstorms or hate to be alone? Although it doesn’t seem fair, anxiety isn’t just a human problem but can affect animals too. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to decrease your...
