Tagged With Allergies and Intolerances

Tabby cat staring intently at a bottle of peppermint essential oil on a wooden table

Can Cats Smell Peppermint Oil? What Pet Parents Should Know

19 May 2024

Peppermint oil is extremely poisonous to cats and can lead to severe medical problems, even if ingested in small doses.

Photorealistic image of a Maine Coon cat with a large, bushy tail and tufted ears investigating a salad made with arugula leaves on a kitchen table

Can Cats Eat Arugula? A Vet Weighs In

19 May 2024

Arugula can make a nutritious and healthy snack for cats, as long as it is not a substitute for their nutritionally complete and balanced cat food.

Close-up of a Roborovski Dwarf hamster with a sleek brown and white coat, nibbling on a piece of white bread

Can Hamsters Eat Bread? A Look at Risks and Benefits

19 May 2024

Hamsters can have some plain bread, but whole wheat and whole grain breads are better choices.

Fluffy white rabbit with pink eyes sitting in a living room with plush toys and a pet bed

Do Rabbits Fart? Unraveling the Mystery of Bunny Flatulence

18 May 2024

Learn the ins and outs of rabbit gas, including what causes it, the symptoms of gas, and how to avoid and treat gas in rabbits.

Close-up portrait of a tabby cat sniffing a red hibiscus flower, with a blurred tropical background

Hibiscus and Cats: What You Should Know

18 May 2024

Hibiscus flowers are poisonous to cats and can cause stomach upset if eaten, so steps should be taken to prevent exposure.

Black Labrador Retriever sniffing at a bird feeder filled with bird seed

Can Dogs Eat Bird Seed? Risks and Benefits Explored

18 May 2024

Dangers of dogs consuming bird food, such as stomach upset, poisons, and malnutrition. Proper storage and access prevention are important.

Anxious-looking Labradoodle standing next to an open package of Nutter Butter cookies on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Have Nutter Butters? The Dangers of Peanut Butter Cookie Consumption

18 May 2024

Nutter Butters and similar peanut butter sandwich cookies are bad for dogs because they are high in sugar, fat, and chocolate.

Pug dog intently staring at a plate of sweet potato peels on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potato Skins? A Comprehensive Look

18 May 2024

The skin of sweet potatoes can be a choking hazard and cause an obstruction in your dog's intestines. Vets suggest removing the skin before giving it to your dog.

Orange tabby cat sniffing and investigating a jar of coconut oil and a cracked open coconut on a kitchen counter

Is Coconut Oil Safe for Cats? Benefits and Risks Explained

18 May 2024

Correct administration, positive effects, and potential dangers of coconut oil for cats, such as dosage, allergies, and skin treatments.

Dog closely inspecting a deer antler on a hardwood floor, with the owner's hands visible

Can Dogs Eat Deer Bones? Risks and Safer Alternatives

18 May 2024

Potential dangers and advantages of giving your dog deer antlers, including safety tips, how to prepare them, and other safe chew options.

Persian cat curled up on a soft, plush cat bed, looking alert for signs of fleas

Do Indoor Cats Get Fleas? How to Prevent Fleas in Your Home

17 May 2024

How house cats can catch fleas, typical symptoms, and ways to avoid and get rid of flea problems.

Maine Coon cat batting at a bowl of fresh cranberries on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Cranberries? What You Need to Know

16 May 2024

Cranberries can be a safe occasional treat for cats, but they should be given in moderation.