Why Is My Budgie Shaking Its Wings And Panting? Your vet may have also been receiving similar concerns as I do from owners who recognize this exact kind of behavior in their budgie. The shaking and panting your budgie is experiencing is a clear and important message that warrants your quick action. In order for…
Can Rabbits Eat Oats or Oatmeal? From my position as a rabbit savvy veterinarian and nutritionist, one of the most frequent concerns from owners wanting to share a mealtime with their bunny goes along the lines of can I share my breakfast cereal with my bunny? Short answer: maybe under extremely strict and crucial guidelines!…
Is It Safe For Cats To Eat Nutritional Yeast? Short answer: Yes, for the most part, but there are things you need to consider. Nutritional yeast is simply the dead part of Saccharomyces cerevisiae-the same type of yeast in baker’s yeast or brewer’s yeast. It’s raised on molasses, after which it’s collected, washed, and processed…
How to Clean a Fish Tank Without Killing Beneficial Bacteria? Tank cleaning: It sounds like a pretty essential task and, while true that it needs doing regularly, it can wreak absolute havoc on the very environment your fish live in if it isn’t done correctly. Here is your comprehensive, fool-proof, fish-saving guide on cleaning your…
Signs Of A Respiratory Infection In A Bearded Dragon? It’s every bearded dragon owner’s worst nightmare watching their scaly best friend in any form of distress. Respiratory infections are a frequently seen (and potentially very dangerous) problem amongst the scaled friends in our lives, and spotting the signs quickly could mean everything for their well-being….
What Age Do Puppies Start Teething And Biting Everything? Welcoming a new puppy into your home can be a rewarding and joyous occasion, packed with cute cuddles and fun games that quickly escalate to – the chewing! If you find yourself suddenly on the wrong end of your little fluff’s tiny, pointy teeth and your…
How To Transition An Old Cat To A Senior Diet Safely? As your kitty gets into their twilight years, their diet needs to change with their needs. Do you notice that your formerly energetic kitty is doing more sleeping and more slowing down the way we sometimes notice? Or perhaps, have they recently gained or…
What Happens If a Cat Eats a Piece of Chocolate? This veterinary practice gets to see tons of pet chocolate emergencies, especially during the holidays and other times. Most people assume that their dog ate their chocolate stash; However cats are just as prone to eating chocolates, and the risk of them to do is…
How To Crate Train A Puppy Who Cries All Night? No one would ever claim the first few nights home with a new puppy are easy. You’ve set up the bed, set up the crate, and you’re anticipating a good night’s sleep-only to have it shattered by heartbreaking whimpers and whimpers. If you’re a new…
Can Dogs Drink Carrot Juice for Eye Health? If you’ve asked a holistic vet one thing in the world, chances are it would be how to help improve your dog’s vision without medicine. You may have been told as a child that carrots are an aid in good eyesight and this adage is still true…