Posts Tagged ‘dog health’
Can Dogs Get Pink Eye?
Can dogs get pink eye? In a word: Yes. Just like humans, dogs can catch this highly contagious virus. Pink eye causes your furry friend to develop a clear or greenish-yellow discharge, reddish inflammation in the whites of their eyes (which gives the condition its nickname), and an itch or discomfort this common infection can…
Read MoreHow to Clean Your Dog’s Eyes
Eyes are sensitive organs. Consider how distracting it is when your eyes won’t stop itching from a cold or allergies, or how painful that teeny, tiny speck of dirt is against your cornea. The same is true for our dogs. While some breeds are more prone to eye issues more than others due to their…
Read MoreHiking With Your Dog: What to Pack in Case of Emergency
Fresh air, exercise, beautiful views – what’s better than a day spent hiking with your canine companion? Romping through field and forest with your dog is not just fun, it’s good for both of you, improving your physical and mental health, and providing a valuable bonding experience. But even the best-planned hiking trip can quickly…
Read MoreHow to Handle Dry Eye in Dogs
Have you ever struggled with tear production or dry eyes? You likely reached for a bottle of artificial tears to relieve the irritation, or maybe you went to an ophthalmologist if it became a common occurrence. Your dog (and other pets!) can suffer from the same condition, known as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS) or dry eye.…
Read MoreBe Gone, Bugs! Repelling Flies, Fleas, Ticks & Mosquitoes From Your Animals
Encountering insects and arachnids when you have animals may seem inevitable. But beyond being nuisances, these creatures can be hosts to parasites and diseases that can make your beloved furry family members itchy, uncomfortable, or worse – sick. So, keeping them away from your animals is an essential step to take as a responsible owner.…
Read MoreRain Rot and Hot Spots: The Summertime Blues
Spring and summer bring colorful gardens, lush pastures, and long sun-filled days. Unfortunately, for many of us, it also brings plenty of rain and humidity, which means rain rot season. Dermatophilosis – commonly called rain rot or rain scald – is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection in horses and cattle (and even dogs, where…
Read MorePet First Aid Preparation: Emergency Care for Dogs and Cats
April is National Pet First Aid Awareness month, making it the perfect time to review your family’s plan for veterinary emergencies. That way, you’ll be prepared if your dog or cat ends up with a laceration or bleeding wound, broken limb, burn, bite, or sting. First and foremost, make sure you have a pet first…
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