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How to Take Care of Senior Pets​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Is your furry friend a little gray in the muzzle? If so, your pet may be entering the senior stage of its life. Caring for a pet is not easy. That is especially so when it comes to caring for an older pet. Your aging animal companion may need some help getting onto the couch or require a few new medications. They may be less active than ever before.​​​​​​​

What Can You Do for a Cat With Distemper?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Distemper in cats, also known as panleukopenia or feline distemper, is an extremely deadly and contagious viral disease. Unfortunately, there is no known cure for feline distemper. The disease has a high mortality rate without treatment. But feline distemper is preventable through vaccination. It is a common disease that almost all cats encounter at an early age.​​​​​​​

How Often Do Dogs Need Heartworm Prevention?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

The health of your canine companion is important. Hence, you need to do everything possible to keep your furry friend safe and healthy. That includes ensuring that heartworms do not infest your dog’s heart. These dangerous parasites can live in the bloodstream and lungs as well. ​​​​​​​

Importance of Microchipping Pets​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Your pet might cuddle you or sprawl on your couch like a human. However, you need to understand that animals lack many of the abilities you possess. For example, they may lack the ability to find their way home when they lose their way. That is why you need to take the necessary measures to protect your animal companion from getting lost or stolen. One of the ways to do this is by microchipping your pet. ​​​​​​​

How Can You Tell If Your Pet Was Poisoned?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Many foods, chemicals, plants, and toxins around the home can poison your pet. The common poisons are in the kitchen, bathroom, backyard, and other areas. Consuming human food can prove to be harmful to your pet. ​​​​​​​