How to Treat Cat Ear Mites at Home Safely?.You know you probably know your pet has mites when he’s tilting his head often, scratching his ears or you’re dealing with some brown, coffee-ground looking debris in his ears. They easily passed from animal to animal so it’s going to be really important for your cat…
Signs of Food Allergies in German Shepherds. Being a vet, I cannot count the number of frustrated German Shepherd owners who have come into my clinic because their dogs are terribly itchy, losing hair and having diarrhea all the time. The dog has tried a multitude of medicinal treatments: flea repellents, pricey shampoos, and multiple…
What to Do If My Dog Has a Seizure. I have seen countless incidents of animal injury resulting from the loving actions of an owner. We will discuss how to respond correctly, what not to do, and when to get immediate veterinary assistance. What Is A Seizure? Seizure is an abrupt electric disturbance in the…
Why is my cat vomiting undigested food?Coming home from work and seeing your cat has made a mess of their food and water can be very concerning. Is she possibly sick or did my cat just go through the process of vomiting? The answer is as follows: Vomiting undigested food has a different set of…
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…
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…
How to Treat Ear Hematoma in Cats Without Surgery? Among my top patient inquiries are when the “fluffy” of the “flap,” also called an “ear pad,” grows out of a cat’s ears all of a sudden. They’ve all heard their beloved, fuzzy animal will probably need an surgical procedure in order to set things right…
Why Does My Dog Breath Smell Like Fish? We’ve all been there you reach over for that snuggle and all of a sudden your dog’s mouth is wafting out this. Smell, something a little like bait store. We know it’s funny to call it “doggie breath,” but if your pup’s mouth has a fishy odor…
Can You Give a Dog Pepto Bismol for an Upset Stomach? Yes, technically you can give a dog Pepto Bismol in an attempt to treat a mild upset tummy, but that does come with some serious caveats, and you should never do this without first consulting your veterinarian. Here, we give you an in-depth look…
Signs of Urinary Tract Infection in Male Cats.This means that if you are a proud owner of a male cat, then surely you are familiar with the chilling phrase, “Blocked cat is a dead cat.” Sounds shocking? Well, it is actually the harsh reality in medicine. The males have a long and narrow urethra that…