Pet Health & Wellness Hub
Unlike us humans, some dogs don’t find bath time fun or relaxing, thus making a simple task a bit of a challenge. But there are ways to make bath time a little bit more tolerable for your fur kid. Applying the shampoo correctly Ok, after reading this first tip your probably thinking applying shampoo correctly? there’s … Read moreBath time tips for your pup
Your dog is your baby and you want the best for your baby including their food. Dog food commercials sell you all the time about giving your pup a well-balanced diet but what is a balanced diet and how do you know that the food that you provide for your fur baby contains everything your … Read moreAre your dog’s meals well balanced?
When you can’t get over to the vet or perhaps don’t have the finances to cover the bill, a lot of pet parents opt for going to the local store to pick up some children medicine to make their fur babies feel better when ill. But is it really making them feel better? The Pet … Read moreShould you give your pets over the counter meds?
What is Pyometra? Is an accumulation of pus within the cat’s uterus. Pyometra usually occurs after Kitty Cat has gone through heat cycle but hasn’t gotten pregnant, bacteria comes in and take advantage of the situation. This leads to a very nasty infection, sometimes fatal. Symptoms Tired Fever Dehydration Lack or appetite Vomiting note: A cat with … Read morePyometra Symptoms in Cats
The summers here in NOLA are hotter than hot, so keep your eyes peel for heat stroke symptoms. Symptoms Panting Dehydration Excessive drooling Increased body temperature – above 103° F (39° C) Reddened gums and moist tissues of the body Production of only small amounts of urine or no urine Sudden (acute) kidney failure Rapid heart rate … Read moreSigns of Heat Stroke
When it rains it pours, especially in NOLA but that doesn’t mean that you and Fido can’t have fun. Below are some indoor fun ideas. Doggie Stair Master If you have stairs in your home that is safe to run up and down, now is the time to get a good work out. Oh, and … Read moreRainy Day Fun Ideas For Fido
If you’re a first time pet parent or seasoned, these tips will save you a lot of headache. Kibble Station pet bowls should be in a low traffic area in the kitchen, so pet can eat peacefully. To kill germs and odor on the floor try using two cups of water with a tablespoon of … Read moreBest Cleaning Tips
The following signs may indicate that your fur baby may be in pain. Appetite- if your pooch is disinterested in their food or especially your food, Fido may not be feeling well. Energy- has your pup been very tired lately and have zero interest in playing? Limping- constantly limping, walking weird , or favoring a … Read moreSigns your dog may be in pain
Masses/Swelling Just looking at a mass on your cat’s skin can be difficult to diagnose with out the assistance of a vet running a biopsies test. Most pet parents have a fear that a lump means cancer but usually its just a bump holding debris and pus under the skin which is painful for kitty. If you’re cat has a lump, doesn’t … Read moreHow to tell if your cat has skin issues