.: Pet Health Care

Wondering “Does my dog have an ear infection?” There are a number of symptoms that are indicative of an ear infection in your pet. Today, we’ll explore the symptoms of a yeast infection affecting your dog’s … Read More

Cleaning your dog’s ears is an important task that should be performed on a weekly basis to reduce the chances if a bacterial infection or a yeast infection. Frequent ear cleanings will also provide you with … Read More

Flea combs serve as an effective method for removing fleas and flea dirt from your pet’s coat. They can serve as a semi-effective tool for managing a flea infestation in a pet who is allergic to … Read More

Pedialyte is a vital element of your pet’ first aid kit, as it can help prevent dehydration in a dog who is vomiting, experiencing diarrhea or in the case of a dog who is refusing to … Read More

When a dog has an upset stomach, it’s important to take a conservative approach when offering food, as it will take some time for the dog’s stomach to calm. Offering food too soon or offering too … Read More

Is your dog sick and refusing to eat? This can be a frightening experience for a pet owner and sometimes, there is a fairly simple remedy that will help a sick dog and encourage him to … Read More

Wondering how to get your dog to take medication in pill form? Put down the pill shooter and don’t worry about wrestling with your pet or trying to pry open his jaws! Instead, use food to … Read More

Did your dog get a cut or bite wound? Once you wash and clean the pet’s wound,  owners are often faced with several questions following an injury. Here, we’ll address some of the most common inquiries. … Read More

Did your dog suffer a cut, scrape or bite wound? Many minor wounds will heal on their own, as long as you provide proper care. One vital element of care is cleaning the wound. The sooner … Read More

Many pet owners purchase flea and tick medications without much thought about the impact that these drugs can have on a pet. In fact, some pets are actually allergic to flea and tick drops, sprays and … Read More

Many dogs and cats require medication on a daily basis. For many pets with conditions such as Addison’s Disease, Cushing’s Disease, epilepsy and diabetes, these daily doses of pet medications are life-saving and without these drugs, … Read More

Have you ever wondered, “What are those black specks in my dog’s fur?” Well, unfortunately, those little black specks are flea dirt. In layman’s terms, it’s flea poop. And where there’s flea poop, there are also … Read More

If you’re wondering, “Is my dog sick?”, taking the pet’s temperature is one of the first things the dog owner should do. By taking the dog’s temperature, you will be able to gauge the potential severity … Read More

Dogs and even some cats are prone to aural hematomas. An aural hematoma is a pocket of blood and fluid that forms in the pet’s ear flap, between the skin and the cartilage. The hematoma will … Read More

Pet owners are often perplexed when it comes to dog behaviors and habits. Many dog lovers are left wondering, “Why do dogs like socks?” There are several reasons for a dog’s sock obsession. In order to … Read More

A healthy dog’s temperature will be between 100.5 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. As a result of the two-degree normal temperature range for dogs, it’s important to know your dog’s baseline — his temperature when he’s healthy. … Read More

Hello, PetLvr readers! My name is Mia Carter and in the coming months, I’ll be bringing you an array of articles on pet health, pet care, training and lots of other topics! I’ve contributed to PetLvr … Read More

When it comes to your dog, you know how important it is to keep them healthy and happy. But what many dog owners often overlook is how vital it is to care for their eyes as … Read More

Thanksgiving in United States will be on November 25, 2010. Canadians celebrated Thanksgiving back on October 11, 2010 but these safety tips can apply all year round and at Christmas too! It’s not just giving scraps … Read More

“To stand in silence when they should be protesting makes cowards out of men.” -Abraham Lincoln I was traveling through Colorado while I was on tour last month. I had a fantastic visit to The Boulder … Read More

$12.50 per month per dog or $9.00 per month per cat seems like a very reasonable expense to help heal your pet when injured. Please check out the following news release I received in my InBox. … Read More

Some dogs are just slobber monsters, especially the St. Bernard. No matter how much you don’t want a doggy kiss, they’re willing to give you a big wet one. While dog kisses can be endearing and … Read More

Pets are family so you’re going to want to do everything you can to provide a safe environment for them. But what do you do when your cat is suddenly limping from a cut or your … Read More

If the dog shows signs of coughing and sneezing, plus a runny nose and eyes, this will probably be a straightforward cold so you must try not to stress too much. However, if the coughing and … Read More

Earlier this year, H1N1 was targeting humans, but now the flu is affecting other species too, which includes our pets. To date, two felines from Oregon and one ferret from either Nebraska or Oregon have died … Read More

Now that the season is transitioning into winter, you need to be aware of different hazards that could potentially pose a risk to your pet. Pets of any age need to be supervised more in the … Read More

Recently, doctors have discovered that Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) can be passed from pets to humans and back to pets again. Do you feel like kissing your kitty now? Your pet is always exposing you … Read More

As dogs age, their nutritional needs change. Conventional wisdom about feeding senior dogs calls for lower levels of protein and fat, with additional fiber and ingredients to support the joints. However, pet owners and veterinary nutritionists … Read More

Many homeless individuals, whether temporarily or chronically homeless, own dogs, cats or both. In some areas of the United States, nearly one in four homeless persons owns a pet. The unconditional love of a pet can … Read More

Ok, ok, stop, before you laugh at this post title and click away, give me a chance to explain. Yes, cats get acne. Little pimples on a cat’s chin and sometimes the nose or eyebrow region … Read More

A friend of mine recently adopted a seriously overweight senior dog. He’s a good-natured animal very much deserving of a forever home, but his new owner, who is accustomed to focusing on preventing her dogs from becoming … Read More

Ear infections are common in dogs, particularly those that eat a low-quality diet with too many sources of carbohydrates and too little digestible protein. Mild ear infections are easily treated with medicated ear drops, but if … Read More

We learned in Part One that many dog owners have reported that their dogs experience symptoms similar to those seen in humans with mental illness. We also looked at depression and anxiety as specific conditions described … Read More