We found this article while doing research and hope you will find it beneficial. Types of Cancer in Companion Animals From National Veterinary Cancer Registry Insulinomas An insulinoma is a malignant tumor of the pancreas that causes excessive secretion of insulin, leading to low blood sugar concentration. Insulinomas usually occur in middle-aged to older dogs, with an age ranging from eight to twelve years....
April Is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month
From Animal Behavioral College The American Red Cross reminds pet owners to plan for any type of pet-related emergency. You might know all about the American Red Cross and its mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering. But did you know the organization also devotes time to the safety and well-being of pets? In fact, the American Red Cross has designated April as National...
One of the Most Frightening Disorders to Witness in Your Pet
From Healthy Pets Mercola Dr. Karen Becker Any animal with a brain can experience seizures, but that simple fact doesn’t make them any less scary if it’s your pet who’s having one. In fact, of all the disorders that can occur in furry family members, a seizure is probably one of the most frightening to witness. Seizures in a dog or cat are often...
Access to Information About Drugs for Dogs is Complex
From The Whole Dog Journal By Nancy Kerns Published in the March 2019 issue of Whole Dog Journal was an article headlined, “Reporting Dogs’ Adverse Reactions is Your Duty.” In the article, longtime WDJ contributor Barbara Dobbins discussed the various reasons that dog owners and veterinarians should report any sort of adverse event or negative side effects they observe in their dogs or their clients’...
April is Heartworm Awareness Month
From Heartworm Society https://www.heartwormsociety.org/newsroom/in-the-news/205-fidose-of-reality Heartworms kill a great number of dogs. In fact, the American Heartworm Society reports that more than one million dogs currently have heartworm disease. They also report that heartworm is a serious canine and feline health concern that threatens animals in all 48 contiguous states and Hawaii, as well as throughout the temperate regions of the world. April is Heartworm...
National Therapy Dog Day
by Emily Garber from Pet Insider Happy National Therapy Dog Appreciation Day! We’ll take any excuse that we can to shed some light on the positive effects dogs bring to our lives, so today we’re honoring therapy dogs. However, there is some confusion between a therapy dog and a service dog, so we’re clearing that up too. Read on for the differences between a...
Coming Up — April 11 is National Pet Day
From Wellness Pet Food Since 2006, April 11th has been celebrated as National Pet Day. This day was brought about to highlight the unconditional love that pets bring to our lives and also to encourage and raise awareness for animal adoption. There are so many animals around the world who are sitting in shelters, waiting to be given a second chance at life and...
Pet Dangers That Aren’t Food
From Pets Web MD Lilies, Holly, and Other Plants While any kind of plant material may upset your pet’s stomach, some are more dangerous than others. A few common ones that can make them sick include lilies, mistletoe, holly, tulip and daffodil bulbs, azaleas, rhododendrons, and chrysanthemums. Even small amounts of certain types of lilies can cause kidney failure in cats. Rock Salt You...
National Dog Fighting Awareness Day
April 8th is National dog Fighting Awareness Day. Here’s an article from the ASPCA that explains how to stop dog fighting. National Dogfighting Awareness Day (NDFAD) is April 8, and the ASPCA is calling on our supporters and all animal lovers to take a stand against dogfighting, which is a heinous form of animal cruelty. You can play a critical role by getting the...
