But illnesses common among house pets — such as distemper, canine parvovirus, and heartworms — can’t spread to people. But some types of bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi that pets can carry can make people sick though a bite or scratch, or if someone has contact with an animal’s waste, saliva, or dander. Fungal infections … Read more
Merck Animal Health’s research scientists have thoroughly reviewed the safety data for Bravecto from more than 55 controlled clinical trials. Clinical research data and analysis of adverse events do not demonstrate a causal relationship between Bravecto and liver or kidney issues or cancer. With the rising popularity of Bravecto, a flea and tick preventative for … Read more
Can Neutered Dogs Still Get Stuck? It’s rare, but not impossible for a neutered dog to get stuck when pairing up with a female. “It’s more likely if your dog is recently neutered. That’s because he may still have higher testosterone levels than he will later on,” says Greer. Given that the primary goal of … Read more
Most dogs recover well and adapt well with up to 60% removal of their tongue. A dog’s tongue is an essential part of their anatomy, playing a key role in its day-to-day functioning. In addition to helping it eat and drink, a dog’s tongue helps them communicate with one another, cool down, and even clean … Read more
You probably wonder if it could hurt him to be barking that much. The short answer is yes – it can cause a sore throat and damage the dog’s vocal cords. In addition, the intense stress associated with prolonged barking can lead to a variety of behavioral issues. When you think of vocal cords, you … Read more
Parvovirus, or parvo, is a highly contagious viral infection that affects dogs and cats. It is one of the most common illnesses seen in young puppies and can be life-threatening if not caught and treated quickly. Vaccines are available to help protect against the virus, but this raises the question: can a dog still get … Read more
Some cats and dogs may experience seizures, tremors, and loss of coordination after using four flea and tick products. Officials from the Food and Drug Administration have received thousands of reports of adverse events linked to three products containing isoxazoline class drugs: Bravecto, Nexgard, and Simparica. This year, the organization approved Credelio, a fourth product … Read more
Hello, my 6-month-old Chi (huahua) only has one testicle. What age would be ideal to wait to see if it will come down after I have him done? Hello Pam, and thanks for asking what age is ideal for castrating a dog with a retained testicle. I’ll begin by providing a brief overview of the … Read more
After the birthing process, clean up the mother as much as possible without upsetting her using a warm water and washcloth. Do not use any soaps or disinfectants unless instructed to by your veterinarian. Remove any soiled newspaper or bedding from her whelping box. Having a litter of puppies is one of the most exciting … Read more
Togo eventually passes away in 1929 with Seppala continuing to train dogs. “Togo” is a 2019 adventure-drama film directed by Ericson Core and starring Willem Dafoe. The film tells the story of Leonhard Seppala and his titular sled dog, Togo, who were instrumental in the 1925 serum run to Nome to combat a diphtheria epidemic. … Read more