Just like people, dogs sometimes require blood transfusions. Veterinary medicine is becoming increasingly sophisticated and offers innovative ways to prolong and enhance the life of our companion animals. Examples of Canine Blood Donation Need There are many situations when dogs may require a blood transfusion. Medical procedures for pets are on the rise. Procedures and … Read More »
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7 Creative Ways to Keep Your Dog Hydrated
Most of us know how important it is for people to stay hydrated, but sometimes it’s easy to forget dogs are also at risk for dehydration or heat exhaustion if they don’t drink enough water. Warmer weather is upon us here in Colorado so it’s important to be aware of how crucial drinking enough water … Read More »
Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere?
Does your dog watch you constantly and follow you everywhere you go? Have you ever wondered why? You probably already know dogs are social animals. They live in packs, so it’s natural for them to fit into your family group. Your dog feels most at ease when he or she is with their pack. When … Read More »
Why Dogs Are Aggressive and How to Stop It
Aggression is one of the most serious canine problem behaviors; it is the top reason pet parents seek professional help from dog behaviorists, trainers and veterinarians. It can be a frightening experience for a dog to act aggressively, especially if you know the dog to be docile and friendly and he or she suddenly … Read More »
10 Tips to Get Your Dog to Take Medicine
If you’ve ever experienced a dog rejecting his or her medicine, you know how challenging it can be to try to get them to swallow a pill, especially if it doesn’t have an appealing flavor to the dog. Refusing to take pills or medication is one of the most common dilemmas veterinarians encounter with their … Read More »
Does Acupuncture for Dogs Really Work?
Most people have heard of – or tried – acupuncture for themselves but did you know some veterinarians offer acupuncture as an alternative treatment for their animal patients? How Does Veterinary Acupuncture Work? Acupuncture is an ancient form of medical treatment based on the philosophy disease is caused by an imbalance of vital energies in … Read More »
How to Prevent Unwanted Food Guarding in Dogs
Guarding food, possessions or territory is normal behavior in dogs. Wild animals who successfully protect their resources are more likely to survive than those who don’t. However, many pet parents find the tendency to guard valued items undesirable in our domesticated pets, especially when the behavior is directed toward people. What is Canine Food Guarding? … Read More »
Do Dogs Really Need Heartworm Prevention Medication?
Heartworm disease (dirofilariasis) is a serious and potentially fatal canine disease in the United States. It is caused by long worms (about a foot long) that live in the heart, lungs, and associated blood vessels of an affected dog. What Are Heartworms? Heartworms live in mammal species, such as dogs, cats, ferrets as well as … Read More »
