According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80 percent of dogs develop gum disease by the age of three years. Common signs of poor oral health include bad breath, excessive drooling, loss of appetite due to oral discomfort, and teeth discolored by tarter build-up. Bad breath is often the most obvious sign, and [...]

Anyone who’s ever owned a pet knows how difficult it can be after he or she passes away. For many, pets are part of the family, and losing one can be devastating, especially for children. Parents often shelter their children from the death of a pet; however, in most cases, this is not the best [...]

There are some common signs of cancer pet owners should be on the lookout for. Cancer is a common cause of death in older dogs but by learning to recognize the signs, pet owners may be able to catch the disease early and increase the chances of treating the problem. Just like humans, dogs are [...]

How to Keep a Clean, Pet-Friendly Home by Ellie Tennant Pet hair Buy a specialist pet grooming brush and comb your pet’s fur every day to remove loose hairs and limit shedding. Your pet will enjoy the massage – and you’ll enjoy a cleaner home. Protect your beds, sofas and armchairs from pet hair by [...]

The year’s resolutions can be one the most gratifying and horrifying ordeals. On one hand you want to stick to your goals, and on the other, you are afraid it may be too difficult. Most people do not stick with their resolution; however, they may just be going about them in the wrong way. According [...]

By Jennifer Quasha Published January 07, 2012 | FoxNews.com So it’s a New Year, and although he or she can’t tell you, your dog has some resolutions—what he or she wants from you! You may see a seated dog looking up at you waiting for a treat and think all is well, but trust me—it [...]

By Dr. Patty Khuly khulyp@bellsouth.net Q. Our dog Lola refuses to eat her food at least half the time. My wife drives me crazy by constantly changing her food. What should we do? While this may seem like a non-problem to those of us whose dogs will eat anything not nailed down, a small percentage [...]

Dear Dr. Jane: I have recently moved and both my dogs and cats are allergic to something! It never happened before, but now they bite at themselves and scratch almost constantly. The vet said they could be allergic to fleas. Even though I use a flea product, I was told that fleas still land on [...]

1 1/2 lb. Ground Turkey 1/2 Cup Parmesan Cheese 1 Cup Steamed and Mashed Sweet Potato 1 Cup Quick Oats Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix all the above ingredients in a large bowl. Make 1″ balls, place them on a non greased baking sheet and bake for 15 min. or until done (your oven [...]

Here are some tips from Lake County Health Department to help keep your pets safe in winter. Not only can winter weather be a time of illness and injury if people fail to take appropriate health and safety precautions, but harsh conditions can be tough on pets as well. Following are some tips from the [...]

Does your dog exhibit symptoms of stress? Did you know that massage can help melt away woes? Best of all, pet massage is a snap. Just in time to take the stress out of the holidays, Dr. Sarah is ready to lend a helping hand – or two! In this episode of Pet Talk, Dr. [...]

what would they be?  And if your pet made one for you, what would it be? I would love it if my Boxers would come to me the FIRST time I call them, EVERY time and settle their happy wiggle butts in a bit more timely fashion when company arrives!   What would they like from [...]

This is great news for all you cat parents who’ve been waiting so patiently for a high quality, holistic grain free formula!  At present, the new formula is only available in 9 lb bags; however, the larger 20lb bags for 20lb, 40lb and 200lb orders should be available soon.  In the meantime, Flint River Ranch [...]

Over the course of the last decade, there’s been ample evidence to support the idea that chronic stress plays a contributing role in a variety of medical conditions in humans. It may come as no surprise that researchers have similarly determined that long-term stress can be a factor in the medical and compulsive disorders of [...]

December 18, 2011 1:01 AM Dr. Dara Johns Daily News “How much food should I feed my dog?” This is a common question asked by many pet owners. The answer to this question is not simple. The amount of food to feed is based on many factors. The brand of food, size of dog, ingredients [...]