Winter weather is here and no matter where you live, your four-legged friend has to deal with it. Whether it is Northeastern snow, Southern rain, the Midwest’s freezing temperatures or the dry, cold weather of the Southwest, protecting your pet’s sensitive paws in the winter is important regardless of your geographical location. Common Winter Paw…
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Whether the horse lover in your life has their first pony or a full stable of steeds, a creative equine-themed gift can light up their holiday. We have a few ideas that range from pretty to practical, along with one suggestion that we think every horse owner would be thankful to find in their stocking.…
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As a pet parent, you know accidents can happen. Your dog stumbles on a walk and breaks a toenail. Your cat comes home from an outdoor excursion with a strange cut. Regardless, being prepared is key to handling unexpected injuries, and a first aid “emergency” kit is the first step towards helping your pet make…
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Eyes are sensitive organs. Consider how distracting it is when your eyes won’t stop itching from a cold or allergies, or how painful that teeny, tiny speck of dirt is against your cornea. The same is true for our dogs. While some breeds are more prone to eye issues more than others due to their…
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You may have noticed that chickens aren’t just on the farm anymore! What began as a “trend” to keep chickens in backyards and gardens has turned into a full-fledged lifestyle, as more and more people set up coops and started keeping chickens in cities and suburbia, far from farmland. Websites cropped up for amateur chicken…
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Fresh air, exercise, beautiful views – what’s better than a day spent hiking with your canine companion? Romping through field and forest with your dog is not just fun, it’s good for both of you, improving your physical and mental health, and providing a valuable bonding experience. But even the best-planned hiking trip can quickly…
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We love our pets, and we want them to live long, healthy lives. To help pet owners achieve this goal, the American Veterinary Medical Association has designated October as National Pet Wellness Month. Devoting an entire month to pet wellness gives you the perfect chance to learn about the importance of wellness throughout your pet’s…
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Most cat parents will have to deal with an injury to their feline friends at some point, and the majority of those will likely be minor and superficial. But some cats just seem to court trouble – or are especially accident-prone! Let’s review the most common injuries* cats experience, along with ways you can help…
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Have you ever struggled with tear production or dry eyes? You likely reached for a bottle of artificial tears to relieve the irritation, or maybe you went to an ophthalmologist if it became a common occurrence. Your dog (and other pets!) can suffer from the same condition, known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) or dry eye.…
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Ringworm is one of the most deceptively named conditions that pets – and people – can encounter. It’s not a worm at all – it’s a fungal infection that affects the skin, hair follicles, and nails of many species of animals. Additionally, although it often appears as a circular lesion, it is not always a…
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