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Cat Dermatitis: Home Treatment Options
Humans are no stranger to skin conditions and allergies. We know how uncomfortable and frustrating the itching and soreness of skin irritations can be… Now imagine that but with a layer of thick fur on top! Like us, our…
Sudocrem & Savlon for Dogs: Are They Safe? Vet-Approved Alternatives
Caring for your dog’s minor cuts, scrapes, or irritated skin can feel like a balancing act. You want quick relief for your furry friend, but safety is paramount. Antiseptic creams are an essential tool for minor wound care, but choosing…
Unleashing the Truth: Debunking Common Dog Fitness Myths
Dr Hillary Pearce, a vet who partners with Hills Pets Nutrition, dispels the biggest myths about doggy fitness and offers her best tips on getting fit and active with your dog. What are the biggest misconceptions people have about…
Are Green Beans Safe for Cats? A Quick Guide
You might feel tempted to give your cat a bite of your green beans, but can cats eat green beans? They sure can—as long as the beans are prepared properly and served in moderation. Here’s everything you need to know…
Are Chihuahuas Good Pets?
As a Chihuahua mom, people ask me all the time, “are chihuahuas good pets?” Of course, I may be a bit bias but I definitely think that Chihuahuas are the best dogs on the planet. Again, I’m partial to the…
The Ever-Hungry Feline: Understanding and Addressing Excessive Appetite in Cats
While some cats are natural grazers, cats can easily become obese if they’re given free access to food. For this reason, veterinarians usually recommend feeding your cat allotted meals several times per day. Feeding your cat specific amounts of food…
It’s Not Jealousy, It’s Territory: A Guide to Solving Your Cat’s Possessive Behavior
Do cats get jealous? It may look like it to you. Everything’s fine, and then you bring home a new cat, dog or baby. Or even a new boyfriend or girlfriend. And next thing you know, your cat is acting…
Essential Oils and Cats: Which Ones Are Safe and How to Use Them
Just like us, cats can be prone to stress, with new environments, unusual noises and meeting new people or pets all common causes for feline anxiety. It’s important to know the warning signs of an anxious kitty, but are…
How Long is Canned Dog Food Good For? Tips for Safe Storage
Canned dog food — a long time canine favorite. It’s hard to imagine a dog that will turn its back on a bowl of canned food, which is typically strong smelling and resembles meat, unlike kibble and dehydrated dog foods.…
A Quiet Life: Sileo Gel and Other Solutions for Your Dog’s Noise Anxiety
Sileo gel for dogs may help dogs who seem to instinctively fear noise, or at a minimum, dislike certain noises. Those sounds can include vacuums, fireworks, thunder, any appliance that beeps, and more. Sileo (dexmedetomidine oromucosal gel) is the…
