To help prevent injuries, always keep your pet on a leash when you walk it, regardless of how well-trained it is. You never know how other animals are being walked or what may cause your pet to suddenly bolt into danger.
Cats spend around 30 to 50 percent of their day licking themselves. They do this to cool down, improve blood flow, and cover their scent so they can’t be tracked by predators.
Did you know that Dalmatians are pure white when they are born? The spots don’t appear until they’re at least four weeks of age. More interestingly, these spots can also be blue, brindle, or lemon in color!
Maintain an up-to-date list of your pet’s medications, and the schedule on which they are administered. In the event of an emergency, we need to be sure that the care we administer does not conflict with on-going procedures.
While veterinarians can perform quite a few procedures in their offices, they will need to refer you to an animal hospital for more extensive care. Major surgeries for instance, for instance, may require specialized skills.
A 2009 study reported that micro-chipped cats were 20 times more likely to be returned home than cats that aren't, while micro-chipped dogs were 2.5 times more likely to be found than dogs without.
Regarded as one of the most compassionate vets in history, Dr. William Llewelyn Lloyd-Jones was known for saving abandoned pets during World War II. He purchased an estate merely to house all kinds of animals.
The most owned pet in the US is neither dog nor cat, but fish! According to APPA, there are 139.3 million freshwater fish kept as pets. In comparison, there are 94.2 million pet cats and 89.7 million pet dogs.
While most vets cater to companion animals such as dogs and cats, 16 percent of vet services are dedicated to farm animals and wildlife. Six percent of vet services are dedicated to horses.
The Basenji is known as the only breed of dog that doesn’t bark. The sound they make is called a yodel, which is a form of singing. Basenjis originally came from Central Africa and were bred as hunters.
If your pet is injured in an accident, take it to an animal hospital right away for the immediate attention it needs in order to help it make it full recovery.
Microchipping makes it easier for you to reunite with your pet if ever they got lost. It’s a simple procedure that is no more invasive than a vaccination and can be done at any animal hospital.
Those working at animal hospitals are some of the most compassionate people you’ll ever meet. Not only do they care about animals, but they also empathize with pet owners during their most difficult periods.
One of the most common emergencies we see is heat exhaustion and stroke caused by leaving a pet in a car on warm or hot days. If the weather is warm, or going to be warm, leave your pet at home. Simply cracking windows open is not a preventive measure.
Because of their curious nature, it’s not unusual for puppies to experience vomiting and diarrhea. However, because they are more prone to dehydration, it’s important to rush them to an animal hospital if symptoms persist for more than 24 hours.
Did you know that petting an animal can reduce stress and blood pressure levels? Moreover, studies reveal that pet owners over the age of 65 have 30% fewer doctor visits compared to non-pet owners.
Omega-3 fatty acids, for example from fish oil, may help reduce inflammation in the animals’ body. They have also been shown to help manage abnormal heart rhythms and to prevent muscle loss in animals.
Selenium is an antioxidant necessary to sustain the life of dogs. This trace mineral fights damaging free radicals that can contribute to heart disease and cancer in your canine.
Puppies are born blind and deaf. Because they are still developing, they come with their eyes shut and ear canals closed. Most dogs reach their full vision and are able to hear voices at around 8 weeks.
It has been found that as many as 3% of cats seen by vets have feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD). It describes a group of diseases that affect the bladder and urethra of cats.
The hearts of dogs and cats are almost identical to humans, except for a few differences in valves and the coronary, or blood vessels, that supply the heart with nutrients and blood.
Do you know that puppies grow to half their body weight in the first 4 to 5 months? Small dog breeds, such as Chihuahuas, can reach their full size by 10 months to 1 year of age.
