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10 Dog Health Myths Pet Parents Should Stop Believing

There are many widely held beliefs about canine health that contain a nugget of truth, but are not entirely factual. People who spread these misconceptions certainly mean no harm, but believing them could potentially affect the veterinary choices you make for your pup. Your time together is already too short. Don’t let a dog health myth keep you from providing the best possible care for your fur friend. 1. Dogs eat grass when they are sick. If you Google the … Read more

9 Reasons Your Dog May Be Vomiting

Dogs vomit for a number of reasons; some are relatively insignificant, while others can be quite serious. If your dog’s vomiting is more than just an isolated incident, seek veterinary attention to rule out a critical health concern. Note: Since vomiting is such a broad issue with many possible causes, this post contains several links you can follow if you would like to learn more about a particular issue or condition. 1. Diet Related Issues Vomiting often results when a … Read more

The 5 Major Parasites That Could Threaten Your Dog’s Health

If asked to name all the parasites that could affect your dog, how many could you name? There is actually a pretty wide variety of parasites that can affect dogs. They all have varying effects on dogs from just uncomfortable itchiness all the way up to death. With most parasites, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of the cure. If you understand the risks associated with varying types of parasites, it may encourage you to remember to keep up … Read more

Eye Parasite That Can Cause Blindness In Dogs Is Making Headlines

Thelazia callipaeda is a parasitic eye worm that can cause blindness if left untreated. Although it’s been spreading across Europe, it has only recently been declared a “significant threat” in the United Kingdom, where 3 dogs have been diagnosed with the worm since last year. All 3 dogs had recently visited other European countries where the worm is more common. The parasite is transmitted by flies and can live inside the eyes of dogs, cats, foxes, and humans. Symptoms of infection … Read more