Fireworks Fear in Pets is Very Real
July 1, 2020
The 4th of July is the busiest day of the year in shelters as many pets, fleeing the noise and lights of fireworks, get lost, injured, or killed. Here are some options to consider.
Can My Dog Eat This Fruit?
December 11, 2019
It’s so tempting to share what we are eating with our canine companions, but when it comes to fruit, should we? Sometimes NO.
How long does it take for a car to get HOT?
July 12, 2016
Yep, it’s that time of the year in the northern hemisphere: summer. And without fail, there are people who somehow feel that their dog will be just fine in the car with the window cracked because they won’t be gone long. Well… that just ain’t so! Tests have shown that cracking windows open does not decrease […]
How to Pick the Right Pet Sitter
July 1, 2015
What to do with your pets when you go out of town or are away from an extended amount of time? The simplest — and least stressful — is to do nothing with them. Leave them home in the environment they know the best and have help come to them. Hire a pet sitter! But how […]
Scoring your Dog’s Poop
September 12, 2014
Okay, this is dog poop — up close and personal. So be forewarned before you scroll down any further. The image may be more graphic than you want to view, but it will help you better understand what you are seeing. So, here we go: Sample #1 is from a constipated dog. It’s a little […]
Financial Help for Vet Bills & Pet Food Resources
October 10, 2012
list of organizations offer resources and assistance to dog and cat owners looking for help with vet bills or pet food.
Saving Shelter Dogs From The Freezing Winter
December 11, 2009
Hundreds of dog lovers band together and donate old and used sweaters to be recycled and re-distributed as dogie sweaters to shelters all over the country. Released by- bignutshell.com
The Special Needs of the Senior Cat
November 15, 2009
Just as people are living longer than they did in the past, cats are living longer too. In fact, the percentage of cats over six years of age has nearly doubled in just over a decade, and there is every reason to expect that the “graying” cat population will continue to grow.
Managing Your Pet’s Chronic Renal Disease
July 28, 2009
Chronic kidney (renal) disease commonly affects older animals, but it also occurs in younger animals with congenital abnormalities. The kidneys are two important organs that filter the blood and remove waste products from the body as urine, maintain the body’s water and electrolyte balance, regulate blood pressure, and produce a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production. When the kidneys fail, these substances build up and cause your pet to feel ill.
Internet Radio Show About “Special Needs” Pets has Launched
June 28, 2009
The nation’s first Internet radio show about disabled and chronically ill dogs and cats was launched today by Scout’s House™, California’s leading physical rehabilitation therapy and boarding facility for special needs animals. Featuring interviews with a wide range of guests, including veterinarians, medical researchers, and attorneys specializing in animal law, “Special Pets, Special Needs” will help pet owners understand the myriad of medical and functional issues their pets face and give them the information they need to help these important family members live more comfortable and more functional lives.
Pet Hurricane Evacuation Kit
June 9, 2009
Once again, it is hurricane season. And as we learned from Hurricane Katrina, we need to plan ahead for our pets. If anything, Katrina opened the door for pets as more consideration is being given to their safe evacuation on buses and in motels, etc. Many people evacuating from the path of a hurricane will be packing their pets into their own vehicles as they head for safer ground.
The Top 9 Foods You Should Never Give Your Dog
June 6, 2009
There are plenty of foods you should never give your dog. Some foods aren’t even that good for people, but dogs always seem to want what we’re eating. Before you give in to that K-9 companion of yours, take a look at this list and make sure you never give your dog any of these foods.
SC Seizure-Alert Dog Euthanized — No ID
June 5, 2009
Recently, a South Carolina seizure-alert dog was euthanized at the Beaufort County Animal Control and Shelter just minutes before the owner called in. She had been picked up around the corner from her own home on the day she got out by animal control responding to a call about a loose dog.
For Cats and Dogs: Hold the Onions, Please
June 3, 2009
Onions are toxic to dogs. The toxicity is dose dependent, so the bigger the animal, the more onion need be consumed to cause a toxicity.
Dog Myths: Fact or Fiction
May 27, 2009
Research has shown time and time again that a dog having a litter does not help her in any way. In fact, unaltered dogs are actually more susceptible to cancer and urinary tract infections and unaltered dogs are known to have shorter life spans than altered dogs.
A Solution for Mange that Really Works
May 11, 2009
I have a dog that had a terrible case of demodectic mange. He had large bald patches on both sides of his body and his feet were red and inflamed. He itched terribly. We tried Ivermectin at first and it worked, but the suggested dosage is akin to giving your dog a heartworm pill every day. Probably pretty rough on his liver eventually.
My Scoop on Dog Poop
May 2, 2009
I feed 31 dogs. If each dog poops a half pound once a day, that’s more than 15 pounds of poop each and every day. What to do with all the poop? How about we compost the dog poop!
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