Disney is renowned for creating expertly crafted stories and characters, but one detail involving the friendship of some of their most popular characters, Mickey, Goofy, and Pluto, is confusing. Often referred to as the “Sensational Six,” Disneys core group of characters are their most popular and most well-known. These characters are Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, … Read more
Dog ear yeast infections and dog paw yeast infections are some of the most common reasons pet parents bring their dog to the veterinarian. Incessant scratching and biting accompanied with moisture leads to the widely-reported “Frito” smell that develops in your dog’s paws, ears or skin. Read on to discover everything you need to know … Read more
Your dog has cancer, and you’re trying to follow Dr. Dressler’s Dog Cancer Diet. If you have always fed your dog commercial kibble, diving into a home-cooked diet can be daunting. Especially when the recipe calls for… chicken necks? Are you wondering if those chicken necks at the butcher counter might make a good treat … Read more
When your pup is off his food, many pet owners are looking for ways to get them a little nutrition. And just like we turn to a soothing cup of chicken noodle soup, the stuff you have in the pantry might just do the trick. Chicken broth for dogs is one of the few home … Read more
As excited as you are to bring your new family member home, it can feel heartbreaking to know you are taking him away from the only “pack” he has ever known. Puppies bond closely to their littermates and mothers, but their developmental stage at around 8-10 weeks old also predisposes them to be ready to … Read more
If your dog’s scratching away at herself … you might think she’s got allergies or fleas. There are several types of mange … and sarcoptic mange is one of the most frequent ones. All kinds of mange are parasitic skin diseases. The most common one in dogs is demodectic mange. But sarcoptic mange comes in … Read more
Have you ever prepared your dog’s usual dinner only to watch them sniff it and walk away? Trust me, I’ve been there – standing confused while my furry friend looks at me like I’ve just served them a bowl of rocks instead of their normal kibble. It’s one of those head-scratching moments that makes you … Read more
Dog farting can be an unpleasant part of being a pet parent—the gaseous odors that emanate from your pup can be surprising and overbearing. In most cases, dog farting is harmless. However, excessive gas in dogs can be indicative of an underlying health condition that needs to be treated. Have you ever been peacefully sleeping … Read more
It can be hard to tell when your pet is feeling the cold, and unfortunately, they can’t tell us in so many words. Here is Greencross Vet’s advice on what to look for in cats, dogs, and smaller animals like rabbits and guinea pigs when you think your pet might be feeling the cold. Ever … Read more
It’s bath time. Your canine companion is smelling a bit funky, has got into goodness only knows what, or needs to be clipped. But, there is a problem, your dog hates baths! Somehow, he knows what’s coming– he sees you getting out the dog shampoo and putting the old towels next to the tub, and … Read more