A dog owner in Pennsylvania got a surprise when she took her pet to the vet with stomach woes. Surgery was required to relieve the dog of an unusual range of stomach contents which included eight pairs of underwear. As the parent of a fur baby, it can sometimes be hard to decide whether a delicate tummy is going to be a short-lived affair or warrants a trip
- Dementia might not be as readily apparent in dogs as it is in people, but it certainly does occur; in dogs, it is called canine cognitive dysfunction. A 2009 study by the University of Sydney concluded that 14% of dogs above the age of 8 showed signs of CCD, such as confusion and anxiety. If you are wondering if your dog might be suffering from this sad disease, you s
- Feather plucking (or feather picking, as you may know it) is a destructive habit sometimes seen in pet parrots. Avian veterinarians treat feather-picked birds for underlying causes for this strange behavior. Caged birds may pluck their feathers due to illness, stress or boredom. You may help prevent this form of self-mutilation through dietary and environmental change
- Antifreeze poisoning is one of the most common forms of poisoning in animals and can also be the most deadly. Because this substance has an appealing flavor and smell, animals are tempted to drink this liquid leading to dire consequences for them if they are not treated correctly. In order to keep your dog safe, it is important that you learn about: The d