Why Does My Cat Sleep on My Chest or Head? For cat lovers who have owned one before, there’s probably nothing new about getting woken up by a cozy, purring ball of fur resting on top of your chest or lying right next to your head. Though such an odd sleeping spot would seem unwise…
Use Human Shampoo on a Dog in an Emergency? You can make an emergency attempt by using a mildly scented human shampoo (preferably baby shampoo), but you should never use this as an alternative for dog shampoo. We have all experienced this. You are in the midst of bathtime, and your dog has just come…
How To Treat A Dog Cracked Paw Pads In Winter? Winter turns our world into a snowy and icy wonderland; however, for our furry friends, winter is a season full of pain. Being a veterinarian, I have seen time and again how the onset of cold weather causes a plethora of problems for paws. Winter…
Signs Your Dog Has a Yeast Infection. Being a vet, one of the most frequent skin problems I come across in dogs is a yeast infection, which is otherwise referred to as Malassezia dermatitis. Although it is a rather frustrating problem for both the dog and the owner, it is comforting to note that it…
My Female Dog Leaking Urine While Sleeping? Learning about your house trained female dog’s incontinence can be quite frustrating and concerning. Incontinence is referred to as a condition that occurs when your dog starts to leak urine while sleeping. This problem should not be confused with any behavior since it is a health problem. According…
Why Is My Dog’s Stomach Gurgling So Loudly? This abrupt emission of a loud belch from your dog’s stomach might surprise you. This condition has a medical name, which is borborygmus. It occurs due to the actions of gases and liquids within your dog’s digestive system. Although this is not necessarily a problem most of…
Most Comfortable Orthopedic Beds for Aging Canines, The time when our faithful furry friends get older, they develop a different need for themselves. Their love to run at least 5 miles can be replaced by a leisurely stroll around the neighborhood. However, while they are still full of energy within, things just keep happening to…
Best Home Remedies For Smelly Dog Breath. You reach out for an affectionate hug, and your canine buddy gives back to you by licking your face with all his love and giving you one of those doggy kisses with such foul smelling breath that it will even scare a vulture away from a meat truck….
Top 5 Quiet Water Fountains for Anxious Cats, If you share your home with a nervous cat, you already know that the smallest sounds can derail their entire day. The hum of a refrigerator, a door slamming shut, or worst of all the mechanical gurgle and motor whine of a standard water fountain. You want…
Best Large Bird Cages for Small Apartments, Living in a studio or one bedroom apartment doesn’t mean you can’t share your life with a majestic parrot, cockatoo, or African grey. However, the “large bird, small apartment” paradox presents a real challenge. As a veterinarian, I see the physical and psychological damage caused by undersized cages….