We can all agree that our pets are too soon taken from us whether by old age, illness or accident. If we are fortunate, we see them attain their normal life span. However the aging process begins earlier than we would like. We see the signs gradually – their movements are slower, their eyesight dims […]
Reverse sneezing is more common in dogs, rare in cats. It’s not really a sneeze. With a normal sneeze, air is exhaled through the nose. A reverse sneeze is a noisy sound like snorting and air is sucked back through the nose. The dog appears to be in respiratory distress and although it may be […]
Tossing a stick for your dog to fetch seems a harmless enough game. It’s probably been in practice since dogs and humans first bonded. But is using sticks for play or training such a good idea? Your veterinarian can tell you how many injuries s/he has treated when dogs play with sticks. Dogs naturally use […]
