pet first aid

In a recent article, we explored the workings of a bird’s blood feathers and why a broken and bleeding blood feather can be dangerous. Today, we’ll explore how to remove a broken blood feather and why … Read More

Many eye injuries are fairly minor. A minor poke in the eye with a blunt object can result in tearing and redness. Corneal abrasions — a scratch on the eye’s surface, or cornea — often fall … Read More

Pets of all species and sizes are prone to eye injuries and some owners may not know when it’s appropriate to bring your pet to the vet clinic or the emergency room at the nearest animal … Read More

When you accidentally clip a dog’s nail too short, it’s important to keep the foot clean and free of debris in order to promote healing and avoid infection. The treatment will depend on how short you’ve … Read More

When your cat, dog or another pet is choking, it’s vital that you know how to administer first aid. In the event of an emergency, you will have a matter of seconds to clear the pet’s … Read More

Today’s article is inspired by an unfortunate event that occurred this morning: I nearly lost one of my dogs to a choking incident. Problems arose while I was feeding my disabled dog Kota. She requires hand-feeding … 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

Riley 199391 Meet Riley! Riley was found as a stray at the end of May. He really wants a home to call his own. This boy certainly loves having his ears rubbed. If you aren’t paying … 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

As a pet owner, you never know when an emergency may arise. No matter how caring and conscientious you are as a pet owner, there’s always a chance that your pet will get sick or injured. … Read More