Dental disease can lead to all sorts of health issues for animals. That’s why it’s so important that pet lovers include dental hygiene in their animals’ overall health and wellness routine. February is Pet Dental Health Month and the perfect time to learn how to protect your pets’ pearly whites.
Obesity is a disease that has killed millions of pets prematurely in the United States - and it’s only getting worse.
Cat and dog nutrition is an important aspect of pet ownerships. After all, who can resist giving a french fry when sad puppy dog eyes are pleading? However, their digestive systems sometimes can be a bit more sensitive to fatty foods than ours. There are also a few foods that are toxic to animals, and Read More
As the thermometer drops, many people head indoors, giving up on regular exercise routines. Cold weather often means running shoes get hung up, bicycles go to the back of the garage and the garden tools are placed in the shed. How can people stay motivated to exercise during those cold, winter months? Finding a Read More
No matter where it came from, the expression “three-dog-night” means a night so bitterly cold you’d need three dogs in bed with you to keep you warm. But what about our beloved dogs? They’re always there for us, day and night. What can we do to keep them warm, healthy, and safe during the frigid days of winter? We asked the experts in our Pet Health Centers a few questions on how you can help make this winter a warm and safe season for your best pal.
Anyone who loves and lives with a cat knows that felines are heat-seekers. If there’s a warm spot to be found, your cat will find it, whether it’s a sun-puddle, a windowsill, or a fresh pile of laundry straight from the dryer. Cats are creatures of comfort, and the most comfortable cat is a Read More
Puppy mill rescues highlight the importance of preventative measures for this common (but potentially fatal) parasite. Puppy mills are notorious for their inhumane conditions, housing dogs in tiny wire cages and providing them with little if any medical care. As a result, the dogs that we rescue from these mills often have various medical Read More
Q: I recently adopted a 12-week-old female puppy. This is the first puppy we have owned and are very excited to be pet owners! Over the last 2 days, it seems as though something is stuck in our puppy's throat! It sounds like a cough but we are not sure. She sneezes often and Read More
When it comes to keeping your pets healthy, the best preventative is their routine vaccinations. Covering a wide array of diseases and conditions, routine vaccinations prevent the contraction and spread of many uncomfortable, harmful and even fatal conditions. This time of year, ticks carrying bacteria that cause Lyme disease are a concern. North Shore Read More
Emergencies seldom give warning, but we can be ready for them. Most people have first aid kits on hand for themselves and family members. But what about your pets? The experts at North Shore Animal League America recommend having a pet first aid kit that’s right where you need it if an animal emergency occurs.