Having a pet is one of the most beautiful things in the world. Anyone who has had the pleasure of caring for and bonding with a pet of their own, or even one of a friend, neighbor, or family member, can testify to the fact that there is something special between owner and pet. This […]
Did you know that 46.3 million households own dogs? If you are one of those households, you know how having a dog isn’t merely having a pet — it’s more like having a companion for life. Studies prove that owning a pet like a loyal pooch can not only increase your happiness, but can actually […]
Skin irritation on dogs or dry skin on cats can make your pets miserable. They can’t tell you how much it’s bothering them, but the evidence is there. First, there is the constant licking or scratching and finally there are hot spots, excessive shedding and raw skin. Some of the more than 160 different skin […]
Did you know that everyone — yes, literally everyone include your mother, the Pope, and even the President of the United States — has parasites living in their bodies? Yes, even you. You. Have. Parasites. And while you’re busy reading this article and denying the fact that you have them, these buggers — pun very […]
The internet seems to be the main hub of human connection for personal, business, and even romantic connecting. It has worked out so well for humans, so why wouldn’t it work for that one reliable companion in your life; your dog. Days get long for your four-legged furry friend, specially if you have a daytime […]
Pets can be among the bright points in a person?s life, with 66% of all respondents to a survey reporting that they consider their pets their best friends. Unlike a best friend, however, pets can?t take care of themselves; in that respect, they?re more like children. When your pet is healthy and happy, you can […]
There are people who like pets, and then there are pet owners. If you’re a pet owner, you most likely understand the desire to make sure your pet gets the best of the best. Businesses all around the world have taken note of this love for pets, and have designed companies with the pet owner […]
Owning a pet can be one of the greatest things in the world, but unfortunately, our furry friends don’t come with an instructional manual, so things can sometimes get to be a bit confusing. Luckily, advanced veterinary care centers have the answers to any pet health questions you may or may not have. Here are […]
Americans love our dogs. Nearly 47% of American households report that they have dogs. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) reports that there are between 70 and 80 million pet dogs nationwide. And it is a good thing for our health. When children are raised in a home with a […]
As a veterinarian, you have probably felt the increase in pet ownership more than anyone. In the 1970s, approximately 67 million households in the U.S. had pets, and that number has more than tripled to 164 million as of 2012. With the drastic increase in the number of pets owned it comes as no surprise […]
