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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Did You Know ... There are Two Types of Feline Diabetes?
April 24, 2009
There are two main types of diabetes mellitus and cats typically suffer from a combination of both.
How You Can Help Pet Victims of Natural, Man-Made Disasters
April 24, 2009
Pets are often victims in man-made or natural disasters. Whether we experience them in our own communities or watch them unfold on national TV, we want to reach out and help them, but may be unsure how to do so.
Here are some general tips on how you can help pet victims in the event of an emergency:
Heatstroke: Know The Signs And What To Do
April 24, 2009
If the temperature is hot enough to make you sweat, it’s hot enough for your pet to suffer from heatstroke. According to Dr. Robyn Jaynes, PetSmart’s vet expert, heatstroke occurs when your pet’s body temperature, normally 102 degrees, rises to 105 to 110 degrees. It can cause lethargy, coma, organ failure and death. Learn …Read more »
Sarcoptic Mange and its Itchy Symptoms
April 24, 2009
Sarcoptic Mange
Sarcoptic mange or scabies is caused by a microscopic insect, a mite, which infects dogs, cats and other mammals, including people.
The insect burrows under the skin causing very intense itching. Pets are often so itchy they may chew, rub or lick at their skin until open wounds develop.
Make a Healthy Treat for Your Pet
April 24, 2009
Everyone loves a special treat, even your pets. If you have some extra time or are looking for a fun project to do with the kids, make a healthy, low-calorie treat for your furry family member. And when feeding your pet treats, remember to keep them in moderation and count them as part of their daily dietary intake.
Did you know... heartworms can grow 14 inches long?
April 24, 2009
As a Pet Parent, you probably have heard that heartworms can cause a serious and potentially fatal disease. But did you know they can measure as long as 14 inches and reduce a pet's blood supply to vital organs?
Spaying Makes the Heart Grow Fonder
April 24, 2009
Spaying female cats and dogs not only reduces the homeless pet population, it can improve your relationship with your pet. This simple surgery can prevent health and behaviorial problems associated with heat cycles, giving you a longer and more enjoyable life together.
Summer Safety Tips For Your Dog
April 24, 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 »
Keep Your Dog Cool and Prevent Heatstroke
April 24, 2009
Because they can’t sweat to stay cool, dogs can suffer even more than people from too much time in the sun. Panting sometimes isn’t enough to help your dog regain his body’s normal temperatures, especially in humid conditions.
