Are you wondering, "what exactly is holistic pet care?" Holistic pet care focuses on your pet’s whole health – combining alternative treatments with traditional treatments to keep your pet in good health.
With the advancement in technology, laser surgery has become a safer alternative to traditional surgery. It offers less pain, less bleeding, less swelling, a lower chance of getting an infection after surgery, and a quicker recovery time.
The waiting room at the vet's office can be a scary place for shy, anxious, or ill animals. To prevent problems and keep your pet as calm as possible, keep cats in their carriers until you're called in to see the vet. Dogs should be kept on short leashes and not allowed to roam around the room.
Make sure you are familiar with the foods and objects that are most toxic to your pets. For example, both grapes and raisins have a toxin that is capable of causing liver damage, and kidney failure in just a short period of time.
There are several nutritional supplements you can add to your pet bird’s diet. This includes protein and mineral supplements, as well as vegetables, greens, and fruits.
To help decrease the amount of hair your cat swallows when they groom themselves, brush daily. In addition, give your cat a hairball medicine, or put some Vaseline on the top part of its paw once or twice a week. The cat will lick it off as part of her grooming ritual.
Humans and felines have more in common than meets the eye. Were you aware that both humans and cats have identical regions in their brains that are responsible for emotions? Unlike humans, however, female cats tend to be right pawed and males tend to be left pawed.
Lovebirds, which are among the smallest of the parrot species, are characterized by their active, curious and playful temperaments. These personality-packed, beautiful little birds are highly social and tend to form deep bonds with their owners.
Even if you have a strictly inside cat, please consider microchipping your cat. Natural disasters can separate you from your pet, no matter how careful you are. Microchipping is the best way to be reunited with your pet in the case of separation.
Because horses spend most of their time outdoors, they are often exposed to parasites such as lice, ticks, pinworms, etc. Removing all parasites is virtually impossible, but your veterinarian can reduce the parasite load considerably.
Did you know that ear mites in cats are believed to be transmitted in the same way as fleas? These parasites are microscopic and white, and can only be seen upon careful inspection. Usually, they are about half the size of a grain of salt.
Did you know that your horse has teeth that erupt on a regular basis during his entire life? That makes a regular schedule of dental care extremely important. We can catch dental issues before they become serious.
Don’t assume your solitary cat necessarily needs a playmate. Sometimes, bringing multiple cats into the home can increase problem behaviors, leading to greater aggression and marking issues, where a cat begins urinating indoors in order to establish their territory.
Experts have proven what vets already knew- that the way you evaluate and treat patients will differ dramatically based on the nature of the patient. It may be a way of handling or palpating the areas that need it, but a mammal is most certainly not a reptile, and vice versa.
If you’re unsure of how to dispense a medication that your vet has prescribed, don’t be afraid to ask for a demonstration. The vet or technicians will be able to show the easiest way to get your pet to accept his or her pills.
Did you know that pet owners started making their own dog food in record numbers since the mid-90s? Making your pets' food allows you to control what goes into their system.
There are several main objectives in a senior cat diet. This type of diet is designed to maintain health and optimum body weight, slow or prevent the development of chronic disease, and minimize or improve the symptoms of diseases and issues that might already be present.
It’s important to remember that having an exotic pet with special care needs doesn’t have to force you to stay at home when you’d rather be on vacation. If you can’t find someone to watch your pet while you’re away, it may be possible to board them with us.
It is important to weight your pet's dietary needs with his or her age, weight, and lifestyle. Overweight pets can be helped tremendously by cutting their meals or portion sizes and, of course, making sure that they are getting regular exercise.
Older dogs need to remain active, as an immobile body will age and deteriorate much more quickly. However, you need to be careful not to push your pet beyond his or her limits. Talk to your vet to see what he or she recommends in terms of exercise.
Get your cat used to the carrier by leaving it out and letting him or her explore. The more your cat is used to seeing in -- or even napping in -- his or her carrier, the easier it will be to get him or her loaded up to take to the vet.
Prophylactic periodontal treatment is necessary for your pet, so that he or she can keep his or her teeth. In fact, bacteria allowed to build up over time, especially below the gum line, can cause your pet to experience bleeding gums, bad breath, inflamed or receding gums, and teeth loosening—and eventual tooth loss.
Compared to dogs and humans, cats have extraordinary hearing because they are able to hear ultrasonic sounds. Rodents use these sounds to communicate with each other, and while cats are able to hear them, dogs and humans cannot.
Have you heard of leptospirosis? This disease is triggered by bacteria in soil or water. It is most common where it is warm and rainy, but cases of the disease have been reported throughout the U.S. It is also common in rural areas where dogs can come in contact with streams or ponds. Your dog can be protected by yearly vaccinations by your veterinarian.