4 Things To Think About Before Declawing Your Cat

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Declawing is a major surgery known as onychectomy, performed under anesthesia, that removes the tip of each digit (from the first knuckle out) of the cat’s forepaws. There is a slight chance of death in the surgery, and a declawed cat may have an increased risk of infection and life-long discomfort in its paws. This… Read more »

Your Dog’s Shedding

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Does your dog shed a lot? If your dog sheds a lot it does not necessarily denote ill health. Dogs that spend a lot of their time indoors are exposed to electric lights and central heat and air which can throw off their normal shedding schedule that nature built in. However, profuse shedding may have… Read more »

Why Dog Grooming Is Very Important For Your Dog’s Health

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The phrase “dog grooming” conjures up an image of expensive salons for pets. It’s true that most pets do not need fancy haircuts, expensive baths or oil treatments. But shunning away the idea of dog grooming is akin to handling your pet with shortsightedness. Your pet’s appearance is a mirror to its overall health and… Read more »

Spring Pet Safety Tips

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Spring brings new threats to your pet’s safety As winter ends and spring starts, so do different types of threats to your dog. Obviously, as the weather starts getting nicer, your pet spends more time outdoors and is more susceptible to the these threats. It is important to be alert for ticks, mosquitoes and micro… Read more »