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What’s the deal with generic pet drugs?

Friday, April 13th, 2012

Owning a cat or dog is pricey – between pet food, veterinary bills and pet products like toys, beds and dog steps, it can cost as much as $700 per year to own either animal.

Posted in Pet Health, Pet Meds

Keep your dog heartworm free when it is outside.

Why is heartworm prevention so important?

Thursday, April 12th, 2012

Like many good pet owners, you probably diligently give your dogs and cats heartworm preventative pet drugs every month.

Posted in Pet Health, Pet Meds

You should always look your dog over after playing outside to check for ticks.

What are fleas and ticks?

Thursday, April 5th, 2012

Fleas, ticks and other insects commonly make themselves at home in the furry, warm place that your dog’s coat is.

Posted in Flea & Tick Preventatives, Pet Health, Pet Meds

Many fleas and flea eggs live outdoors or in your carpets.

How fleas can affect your feline

Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012

Cats are good at grooming themselves and generally taking care of themselves, but fleas are one issue they may need some help with.

Posted in Flea & Tick Preventatives, Pet Health, Pet Meds

Have your dog lay on its side to best administer eye drops.

How to give Fido eye medication

Monday, April 2nd, 2012

When your dog has an eye infection or other conditions affecting its eyes, a common medication is eye drops.

Posted in Common Pet Conditions, How to, Pet Meds

Make sure you are prepared to welcome your cat home.

Adopting a cat? Here’s what you need to know

Friday, March 30th, 2012

There are thousands of cats in shelters across America, so choosing to let one into your home and heart is a noble act.

Posted in Pet Food, Pet Meds, Pet Supplies

Potassium deficiency can be caused by a number of medications.

Why potassium matters for your pet

Thursday, March 29th, 2012

Potassium is one of many minerals that is crucial for the overall functioning of the human and animal body, and proper potassium levels in your pets are just as important as they are in you and your family members.

Posted in Pet Health, Pet Meds

Constant scratching can worsen hot spots.

How to prevent hot spots this spring

Wednesday, March 28th, 2012

When your dog has an allergic reaction to fleas, it may develop an itchy, inflamed patches of skin called hot spots.

Posted in Common Pet Conditions, Flea & Tick Preventatives, Pet Health, Pet Meds, Pet Supplies

Giving your dog a bath is one way to treat skin irritations.

Relieve itching in your dog

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Is your dog scratching more than usual? No one blinks an eye when they see their dog scratching its collar or behind its ears, but if your dog seems to be doing this constantly, you might need to intervene with certain pet products.

Posted in Pet Health, Pet Meds, Pet Supplies