Dog Care Archives

Canine Separation Anxiety

February 22, 2016 by Twila

Canine separation anxiety is normal for dogs every time you have to leave but its very stressful for Fido and can lead to negative behavior. Fortunately there are ways to help Fido.

Anxiety Symptoms

Whining
Barking
House soiling
Depression
Hiding
Not eating
Destructive (tearing up clothes/furniture)

tip- if your pet is soiling your home a good bit, consult with vet to make sure it isn’t other health issues.

How to eliminate anxiety

In-home pet care service- hire a pro (like us) to spend time with your fur baby when you can’t be home.
Adopt- If you only have one furry kid, consider adopting another to keep him/her company but only if you can afford another mouth to feed.
Keep him comfy- rotate toys so he’ll have some busy work and throw in a treat dispenser to give him something to look forward to through the day.
Call home- leave a voice message on your answering machine to your pooch, hearing your voice will brighten his day.

tip: if you’re interested in learning more about how NOLAs Finest Pet Care can help your canine with separation anxiety, leave us a message below.

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Pups with acne

February 17, 2016 by Twila

Acne, a problem that not only teenagers face but also cats and dogs! Wait, how do dogs get pimples? Acne occurs when their hair follicles become irritated and just like humans it last for a short time. If you have a long hair pet, you have nothing to worry about. It’s the short haired dogs … Read morePups with acne

Why senior pets are the best thing since slice bread

February 15, 2016 by Twila

Don’t get me wrong, kittens and puppies are hard to resist. Those big wide eyes full of curiosity and the cute baby sounds are the best. But this isn’t a reason to ignore senior pets, they’re just as cute and have a lot of love to offer. So let’s get to it. Reasons to adopt … Read moreWhy senior pets are the best thing since slice bread

Tips to stop puppy chewing

February 11, 2016 by Twila

So, your new puppy is eating you out of house and home, literally! No worries, with these pawesome tips to curve those bad puppy habits you won’t have to choose between your fur baby and your stuff. Supervision is key Just like with a two-legged baby, furry babies need to be supervised otherwise your pup … Read moreTips to stop puppy chewing

Canine Influenza aka Doggie Flu

February 8, 2016 by Twila

So how concerned should you be about your fur baby? Well here’s the facts. How will it affect Fido? Cough lasting up 21 days Discharge of the nose Mild fever Pneumonia (extreme cases) Is it contagious? Very! If your pup is exposed to the virus they will catch it. There isn’t a particular season for doggie … Read moreCanine Influenza aka Doggie Flu

Ibuprofen Poisoning in Cats

February 2, 2016 by Twila

If you ever thought about giving Mr. Whiskers or Fido Advil or any pain reliever that has Ibuprofen in it, STOP! Ibuprofen is highly poisonous. What is Ibuprofen?? Is an anti-inflammatory that reduces fever and pain. Ibuprofen can be found in over the counter meds such as Advil, Motrin, and Midol. However very small dosage under your … Read moreIbuprofen Poisoning in Cats

Dogs Suffer from Acid Reflux too

February 2, 2016February 2, 2016 by Twila

Gastroesophageal Reflux Is an uncontrollable reverse flow of intestinal and gastric fluids. The stomach acids causes damage to the protective lining in the throat, which causes the burning sensation. It’s common for dogs at any age to experience acid reflux. However younger pups are at risk more. Symptoms The burning sensation may cause the following … Read moreDogs Suffer from Acid Reflux too

Natural Remedy: cancer treatment

January 25, 2016 by Twila

It’s heart breaking when you learn that your fur baby has cancer but rest assure that there are different treatments options out there besides the traditional approach. Complementary and Alternative (CAM) Is a eastern approach that involves treating and preventing diseases with “food energies”. CAM can be used with or with out the aid of western treatment … Read moreNatural Remedy: cancer treatment