News
Home » Pet Health » News
-
Dogust 4th is International Assistance Dog Day!
Aug 04 2022
Dogust (a.k.a. August) 4th marks International Assistance Dog Day – a day to recognize assistance dogs and their dedicated caregivers and trainers, and to help educate the public about the…
-
Could Your Pet Be a Life-Saving Hero?
Jul 28 2022
Yohann, a three-legged rescue greyhound from Scotland, was recently recognized for saving the lives of 64 dogs. He doesn’t have any superpowers—he is a blood donor. Pets, like people, may require…
-
Blue-Green Algae: Danger Lurking in the Water
Jul 21 2022
It’s HOT out! Heat waves seem like the best time to take the pooch to a pond, lake, river, or stream, where she can get some exercise while staying cool and hydrated. Ironically, it may be the worst…
-
High Tech for Pets: Friend or Foe?
Jul 14 2022
The pet technology industry is booming. In 2021, it generated USD 1.41 billion in revenue and is expected to rise to USD 3.65 billion by 2030. While some features can enhance a pet’s quality of…
-
The Veterinary Workforce is in Crisis
Jul 07 2022
You may have recently noticed that wait times for veterinary appointments, emergency care, and prescription refills are getting longer. This is because the veterinary workforce is in crisis. While the…
-
Help Your Pup Keep His Cool This Summer
Jun 30 2022
Summer is here and that means long, warm, sunny days to spend with our pups outside! Just as we take our own summer safety precautions like wearing sunscreen and staying hydrated, the same goes for…
-
Senior Pets: When “Slowing Down” is More Serious
Jun 23 2022
As our pets enter their “golden years” we often presume they will start “slowing down”, with longer naps and shorter play sessions. While some of these changes are normal and expected, others…
-
How To Avoid Online Pet Scams
Jun 16 2022
Whether looking for a purebred puppy or an exotic parrot, online scams are out there, attracting people with too-good-to-be-true prices and direct-to-home shipping offers. All the while, the animal…