Pets

Birds occasionally fly into areas where they do not belong, and they must be removed before hurting themselves. This can be an office building, a store, or even your home, none of which is safe...

The meal worm, also known as tenebrio molitor, is usually found in bran, such as oats and flour. They range in size from less than ¼ inch to a full inch. Although the meal worm is a creepy...

Cats are susceptible to paw pain from different types of injuries, especially if they reside outdoors. Check your cat's paws regularly and look for signs of distress, such as limping.

All responsible pet owners are concerned about maintaining a healthy weight for their pets. Sometimes that means putting weight on an animal that has been sick or malnourished for any reason....

Spinal trauma, particularly damage to the lower spine, can sometimes result in incontinence in cats. Incontinence may be permanent if nerve damage is involved, or temporary if the trauma is the...

While dogs and bones tend to go together like two peas in a pod, chicken bones and dogs don't mix and these bones can be very dangerous for the pooch. Chicken bones, especially cooked chicken...

Albuterol is the generic name for medications such as Proventil, Ventolin or Volmax. This medication is used to treat conditions in cats that result from bronchospasms such as asthma or bronchitis.

If you're a goat owner, your animals' health and comfort is of utmost importance. And if your goats have lice, you'll want to take care of this problem as soon as possible. Lice can cause a goat...

Pet owners agree that having animals is a joy. Cleaning up after them, however, can be a nightmare. Urine is naturally sterile. When urine is expelled from the body, however, it attracts bacteria....

Most dogs need a moderate to high level of protein, but certain health conditions such as renal failure may require a special diet. You can take your dog's diet into your own hands and prepare...

Just as in humans, obesity raises a cat's risk for serious health problems such as arthritis, and an increased possibility for liver, renal (kidney), and heart disease. While the best remedy for a...

Lumbosacral stenosis is arthritis of the joint between the last lumbar vertebra and the sacrum, a bone in the pelvic region. Arthritis puts excess pressure on the nerves, causing your dog to be in...

Some wild dogs are feral, or not domesticated, and will not make good pets. Other wild dogs are abandoned animals that have been socialized in the past and can be rehabilitated to be adopted. ...

Deer seek sheltered areas to live and to raise their young. Homes out in the country or in rural or wooded areas are often located in the vicinity of places that deer frequent. In recent years,...

There are many options when choosing bedding for your doghouse. Veterinarians at the Animal Vet Center say some materials work better than others. Whatever you choose, all vets agree that the...

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common health problems that can afflict a dog. UTI-in-Dogs.com reports that about 14 percent of all dogs worldwide will develop this disorder at...

Mange mites are small, flea-like creatures that live in the fur of animals with mange. They are insects similar to fleas in that they are born, breed and die on an animal, or in close proximity to...

Dogs tend to have accidents when they are being potty trained. It is also possible for them to urinate if they get very excited or very scared. If this is done on your hardwood floors, you will...

Ample hydration is important to a dog's health. If a dog is drinking less frequently, it may be a sign of illness, or it could merely signal a seasonal change.

Tapeworms are one of the most common parasites in cats. Most tapeworm infections are not serious and cats can live with them for a long time before signs of infection appear. This does not mean...

The best diet for aging cats accounts for both age and disease. Aging cats require less calories, so senior foods with a lower fat content will help with weight management. Senior foods will...

A Demodex mite is a type of parasite that lives in the hair follicles of mammals. In both humans and pets, Demodex mites can cause uncomfortable symptoms.

Lyme disease, also known as borreliosis, is a tick-borne disease first seen in dogs in 1985. Symptoms appear two to five months after an infected deer tick bites the dog. The most common symptoms...

Spay incontinence is a medical condition that makes the muscles around the urethra of a female dog weak, causing urine to involuntarily leak. The condition stems from a decrease in estrogen that...

Your dog sheds all over the carpet and makes it necessary to vacuum, but every time you take the vacuum out of the closet and turn it on, he goes crazy. Your dog is not trying to be a nuisance; he...

As a pet owner, it's distressing to see your pet in discomfort. When dogs are afflicted with allergies that the vet can't seem to fix with medications, it can be especially upsetting. Fortunately,...

Used as a therapeutic agent to prevent infection in dogs, cats, pigs, cattle, and birds, Baytril is an antibiotic manufactured by Bayer Animal Sciences. The liquid form of Baytril, which has been...

A wire fence can keep your dog inside your yard, which is safer for the dog than being loose outside. However, while a fence is safe for a dog, a dog is not always safe for a fence. Dogs can chew...

Cold laser treatment, providing activity-related pain relief and speeding healing in working animals like horses and sled dogs, has proven effective enough that it's also used in less-active dogs...

Cataracts result from a breakdown of a dog's eye-lens tissue. The lens fibers become misaligned, clouding the lenses. Surgery is the preferred cataract treatment. Nonsurgical cataract treatments...

People have been keeping goldfish ponds since China's Tang Dynasty. Initially a luxury for royalty only, goldfish ponds now offer beauty and splendor to the gardens of people from all walks of...

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs, so it is important to notice the warning signs. Knowing what to look for and catching cancer early increases your dog's chances for survival.

Diarrhea is a very common medical problem in ferrets, according to DrsFosterandSmith.com. This is partially because there are numerous illnesses and infections that cause diarrhea in ferrets.

A gravel vacuum is a plastic tube about two inches in diameter and six to 12 inches long with a half inch diameter plastic tubing attached to the closed end. The tube is used as a siphon to...

Canine immune-mediated thrombocytopenia is a condition where your dog's immune system destroys its blood platelets, the blood cells responsible for blood clotting. Because this poses a risk for...

Mange is a skin condition caused by mange mites. It can be spread from animal to animal. According to Dog-allergy.com, your dog's immune system can usually fight off mange but when it cannot the...

So you just adopted your new family member and are thinking of crate training her. Here are two great reasons why you should!

Pet salamanders are some of the easiest pets to take care of, and are great starter pets for children. One of the first things you have to think about when buying a pet salamander is where you’re...

It can be scary when you dog consumes something that is harmful. Save time and perhaps your dogs life by knowing quick ways to get poison out of their system.

As you may know,fleas on your dog or cats or other animals can be very bothersome. But if you follow my directions you will have a flea free pet in just a few easy steps. Please note that these...

There's cuter than an eight week old Bulldog running around the house, and getting into everything. How ever Bulldogs are known for high maintenance.

Not every cat can wear a collar, but those that can, should, even if they never go out. If your cat gets lost, a collar with ID tag will greatly increase the odds that he will be returned to you....

Buying a Cavalier King Charles is a good choice. There devoted family members.

Again when we meet, get married and have children, we feel we have fulfilled the all American dream, with our own home, the white picket fence and, of course, a dog, cat, bird and more. Of...

Does your dog scratch and itch all the time. How to figure out why and what to do to avoid it step by step.

The new puppy needs to learn to relax when being groomed, making your life and his a lot easier!

Schnauzers come in three different sizes, miniature, standard, and giant. They are non-shed dogs and are excellent for someone with allergies. They do require clipping every 6 to 8 weeks. Clipping...

A Philisophical Question: Does rescuing a shopping bag full of abandoned, flea-infested kittens earn you more karma than you lose by waging war on a whole-whole house flea infestation? (Fleas...

Miniature cows for sale can be found all over the country, but because of supply and demand and a high level of interest in lowline cattle breeds, they are similar in cost to full-size cows....

To save money and be more healthful, make your own homemade dog treats. If you make your own dog treats, then you will never need to worry again about what your dog is eating. Also, you can take...