How to Treat Mosquito Bites on Dogs: 5 Vet-Approved Options
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Mosquito bites aren’t just annoying to humans. They can also be extremely irritating to dogs. Your dog is likely to scratch or lick the affected area, but continuous scratching can end up exacerbating mosquito bites and even lead to skin infections. Dogs are just as susceptible to mosquito bites as humans, so it’s important to know what to do if your dog gets bitten. Fortunately, there are several at-home...
What to Expect With a Virtual Vet Visit? A Vet-Approved Guide
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead The COVID-19 pandemic changed the world in many ways, both negative and positive. One of the positive things to come out of lockdowns was the expansion of virtual health care options. We can now visit nearly any member of our healthcare team from the comfort of our own home, and this extends to our furry family members, too. Virtual veterinary care is a convenient option for pet owners looking for...
9 Supplements for Inflammation in Dogs and Cats
From flavonoids to fatty acids, these supplements can help dampen the fires of inflammation in your dog or cat’s body. For thousands of years, natural supplements from food and plant sources have been used to treat inflammation in both people and animals. Different chemical plant compounds help regulate the immune system, inhibiting certain pro-inflammatory cytokines and mediators that can damage DNA, feed tumor growth and destroy healthy cells. This article highlights the top nine supplements that can help treat inflammation in dogs...
Moving House with Your Dog? 10 Tips to Make It Easier on Your Pooch
Dogs like familiarity and routine, so moving house can cause them stress and anxiety. The ten tips in this article will help the move go more smoothly and easily for both you and your dog. For many people, moving house is often a necessity. Whether you’ve landed a job in a new city, or are downsizing to something smaller, moving to a new home or apartment can be stressful and complicated — especially if you have a dog who won’t understand what’s going on. Keeping things as calm and familiar as possible will help your...
This International Tiger Day, Learn About an Endangered Subspecies and How You Can Help Save It
There were once an estimated 100,000 tigers throughout Asia. These days, less than 10% of that figure remains, with the latest population estimate at around 5,500 tigers in the wild. Several subspecies have also become extinct or functionally extinct, including the Caspian, Bali, and South China tigers. This World Tiger Day, held July 29, learn about one of the rarer subspecies and how you can help it come back from the brink. PHOTO: PIXABAY / ANDREAS BREITLING The Indochinese tiger was once common across Southeast Asia, found specifically in...
Starving and Sick Animals on the Brink of Death Need Our Help to Survive
The homeless animal crisis around a municipal dump in Greece is much worse than we thought… The Animal Rescue Site and Greater Good Charities started helping local animal rescue groups in the city of Xanthi, Greece, in late 2023 after hearing that over 600 sick and starving dogs were barely surviving at the local dump. Photo: Animal Action Greece Since then, we have learned that the number of homeless dogs and cats in the region around Xanthi number is in the thousands! We need your continued support to save lives. Thanks to your...
The Harsh Reality of Life with 10 Pets Part 1: Dogs Don’t Take Days Off
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Check out Part 2: Hairballs, Cat Litter, and Fur on EVERYTHING on Catster.com to learn more. I am feeling exhausted and overwhelmed, and the trouble is, I can’t take a day off. Sure, I can put in for holidays from my veterinary work, but I still have to do my other full time...
Over 70 Shelter Pets Land In Pacific Northwest To Find Loving Homes
In the early morning hours on July 24 – well before the sun rose – volunteers and staff members from Louisiana shelters were on the tarmac loading dozens of shelter pets on their Flight to Freedom. Many of these pets have been overlooked for months and are ready to meet their special someone. Photo: Iberville Parish Animal Shelter 72 dogs and cats boarded the flight and by the afternoon were touching down in the Pacific Northwest. Photo: Iberville Parish Animal Shelter The NOAH Center, just one of several receiving shelters, was...
Is My Dog Depressed? Signs, Causes, and Treatments
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15 Reasons Why Dachshunds Are the Best Breed
All dog parents think their dog’s breed is the best. However, we’re here to tell you exactly why the Dachshund is the best breed. These dogs are known for their small size, adorableness, and generally silly and affectionate natures, but there’s so much more to the breed! Here are 15 reasons why Dachshunds are the best breed (and why you should consider getting one!). Take a look below to learn all about how wonderful these dogs are and why they’re the absolute best. The 15 Reasons Why Dachshunds Are the Best Breed 1....
