Can Guinea Pigs Eat Green Bell Pepper Seeds? As a veterinarian and a specialized guinea pig behavior and nutrition advisor, I value imparting valid, healthy guinea pig diet facts and truths to all pet parents of these wonderful cavies. Among the questions I receive very often is about feeding bell peppers to guinea pigs, and…
Why is My Senior Dog Losing Weight Despite Eating Well? And then comes that gut-wrenching moment you scratch their body between meals and can distinctly feel their ribs and spine and they appear… well, just thinner. And then it’s: My dog IS eating great, so why in the world am I losing weight?! As your…
What To Do If Your Dog Eats a Chicken Bone From The Trash? Your back is turned for a split second, reaching to refill a water glass with an automatic dog sitter who somehow just became a miniature vacuum, and the next thing you know, your dog is making great progress on consuming a leftover…
Is Greek Yogurt Good For Dogs With Yeast Infections? I know, I know dealing with your pup’s incessant itching, constant head-shaking, or less-than-fresh scent can be incredibly bothersome. You’ve surely scoured some online dog-lover forums and come across a plethora of advice that shouts Greek yogurt! As easy and natural as that sounds, I’m here…
Can Dogs Eat Raw Shrimp with the Shell On? I work as a vet and a really frequent query I receive is concerning “human foods” and their safe consumption by canines. So it may not surprise you that the thought of a happy dog begging for some juicy shrimp finds the query concerning raw and…
Can a Cat Live a Long Life with Feline Leukemia? The bottom line is, it depends. But that’s just the beginning. It’s heartbreaking when you learn your adorable felines tested positive for Feline Leukemia virus (FeLV). Believe me as your veterinarian, I have watched the dread fill the eyes of my clients the moment they…
Signs of Hyperesthesia Syndrome In Domestic Cats. You might have found yourself witnessing the following scenario: One moment, you have a calm, napping cat, the next, your fluffy companion is wriggling, contorting his body, contorting his skin, and even twitching the tail all around with wide, dilated pupils. This looks so concerning! It’s possible your…
How to Help a Cat with Arthritis Climb Stairs? There’s nothing more upsetting than watching a formerly lithe and athletic feline friend who, after so many years of being a supreme jumping artist, now finds themselves frozen at the bottom of your staircase. The bright side is that there are countless innovative, affordable solutions that…
Why Does My Cat Lick Blankets and Then Chew Them? You’re all snuggled on the couch with a warm blanket on your lap when, all of a sudden, your cat jumps up not to nuzzle or snuggle up to you, but to start happily gnawing on and sucking on the corner of the plush fabric….
Can You Use Hydrogen Peroxide to Clean a Cat Wound? When you own a cat, you almost always have experienced a nick or a scrape. Just like there can be other cat scraps and misadventures that might result in injuries, as your pet owner, you know that you want to be there to tend for…