Brush Up on Cleaning Your Cat's Litter Box
June 2, 2009
Cleaning the cat’s litter box is a dirty job, but somebody has to do it. According to veterinarians and animal behaviorists, cats can be fussy about where they do their business and if their plastic potty is too full, messy or smelly, they may decide to go “outside the box” on flooring, in the bathtub or some other place you’d …Read more »
Protect Your Dog from Dog-Nappings
June 2, 2009
Keep an eye on your dog, warns the American Kennel Club. Dog-nappings are on the rise.
According to a report available on AKC web site, an increased number of dogs are being taken from parked cars, pet stores, homes and backyards. In fact, three times more dog thefts have been reported in the first three months of 2008 than …Read more »
Summer Safety Tips for Your Dog
June 2, 2009
Never leave your pet in a parked car. Studies show that on a hot day, the temperature inside a car can reach more than 160 degrees in five minutes. Leaving the windows open a crack for fresh air or parking in the shade, doesn't keep temperatures from soaring in record time, either. Leaving pets in the car "just for a …Read more »
Dogs have moods too
April 24, 2009
I'm a childless thirty-something woman living a quiet life in the middle of central Phoenix. So the only kids my 18-pound cattle dog mix really ever met were the ones we stumbled upon through our evening walks through the city park. You know the type—they’re frequently found burning off excess energy by spinning furiously around on those human-propelled merry go-rounds …Read more »
Scooter's Night Out Could've Been a Nightmare
April 24, 2009
I have written articles about "High-Rise Syndrome" in cats, but I never thought I would actually experience it with my own cat.
Warm weather had arrived and in our home, the first screech of the living room window beckons an awakening of sorts—and his name is Scooter.
Is Your Yard Pet-Safe? Check This List of Potential Dangers
April 24, 2009
Your yard can a wonderland for your pet full of interesting smells, grass to roll in, bugs to chase and shady spots for naps. But if you use fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals, it can be a potentially dangerous place for pet too. Below are some of the common yard-related pet emergencies the doctors at Banfield, The …Read more »
Is Your Pet Afraid of Fireworks? Tips to Keep Them Safe and Calm
April 24, 2009
Many summer celebrations include the artificial thunder and lightning of fireworks. Even the most placid of pets can panic from these pyrotechnic rumbles and flashes. Here are some tips to help keep your dog calm and keep them safe during booming fireworks:
Gastroenteritis and Gastritis: More Than Just a Pet Tummy Ache
April 24, 2009
Keeping your dog out of the garbage and discouraging him from begging by denying him table scraps are more than just good etiquette tips. These exercises can help him avoid two painful and potentially fatal conditions: gastroenteritis and gastritis.
Your Cat's Just Been Diagnosed with Diabetes: What You Need to Know
April 24, 2009
Although there are standard treatment options for diabetes, diabetic cats can be difficult to treat and every cat responds differently to a given treatment plan. After confirming the diagnosis and determining if your pet has any other health concerns, your veterinarian or Banfield doctor will most likely begin treatment with a diet change and insulin.
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