How to prepare your pet for a low-stress vet visit
Learn how to recognize signs of stress and create a comfortable environment for your pet to ensure a low-stress visit to the vet.
Tag: "Pet Health"
Top 10 warning signs of cancer in pets
Cancer is the leading cause of death in pets beyond middle age. If you notice any of these signs in your pet, please consult a veterinarian.
Birch sugar is the same thing as xylitol and it’s toxic to dogs
Labeled as “xylitol” within the ingredients list for most products, the same plant-derived substance can also be identified as “birch sugar” or “birch sap” in others.
Spring is parvo season; avoid infection by vaccinating your puppy
Throughout spring and early summer, the emergency and urgent care service sees on average two to four cases per week of puppies with parvovirus, a virus that can be easily avoided by regularly vaccinating your dog.
CBS4 Denver: Pets May Experience Anxiety As Owners Leave Home, Head Back To Work
VIDEO: Dr. Rebecca Ruch-Gallie, a veterinarian with Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital, joined CBSN Denver to discuss the concerns of anxiety among animals. She said it’s possible for pets to develop separation anxiety as their humans head back to work.
Eclipse tips: What pet owners need to know
We humans might be ready for the solar eclipse on Monday, but our pets will really be in the dark about the whole thing until it happens.
Don’t kiss your chickens and other commonsense tips for poultry owners
Some simple commonsense practices will keep these summer months filled with joyful memories and avoid an unpleasant hazard of poultry ownership.
Pet Health: Common household items may be toxic to your pet
Avoid potential dangers in your house, and know how to respond if your pet does get into something poisonous.