Tagged With Health Alerts

Boston Terrier sitting patiently as a child's hand places candy corn in front of it, with the dog looking apprehensive

Can Dogs Eat Candy Corn? A Look at Canine Nutritional Needs

30 March 2024

Candy corn is dangerous for dogs because it is high in sugar, but it is not toxic in small amounts.

Tabby cat sniffing at a bowl of red tomato sauce with a curious expression

Can Cats Have Tomato Sauce? What You Need to Know

30 March 2024

Potential hazards and risks of cats eating tomato sauce, such as harmful ingredients, no nutritional benefits, and necessary medical treatment if eaten.

Pug carefully taking a small bite of a grilled octopus tentacle on a plate

Can Dogs Eat Octopus? Exploring the Safety and Nutrition

30 March 2024

Octopus that has been properly prepared and cooked is generally safe for dogs to eat every once in a while, but it should be given in small amounts because it may cause stomach upset.

Labrador Retriever sniffing a spilled cup of hot coffee on a hardwood floor, with a concerned expression

Can Dogs Have Coffee? Here's What You Need to Know About the Dangers

30 March 2024

Signs of caffeine poisoning in dogs, things that are poisonous, and what to do if your dog has consumed caffeine.

Boxer dog with its mouth closed, refusing to let its owner brush with a human toothbrush

Can Dogs Use Human Toothpaste? What Vets Recommend

29 March 2024

Hazards of using toothpaste made for humans on dogs, such as toxic chemicals that can lead to upset stomach and other issues when the dog swallows it.

Curious Beagle sitting on a kitchen counter, looking at a plate of freshly baked oatmeal cookies

Can Dogs Have Oatmeal Cookies? What a Vet Says

29 March 2024

Oatmeal cookies can be a healthy snack for dogs as long as they are eaten in moderation and don't contain any toxic ingredients.

Persian cat with a flat face resting on a plush bed, looking distressed and wheezing

Why Is My Cat Wheezing? Causes and Remedies Explained

28 March 2024

Possible reasons for cat wheezing, such as allergies, asthma, infections, and other respiratory problems that need to be treated by a vet.

Golden Retriever sitting in front of an open bag of Kirkland Signature dog food, looking attentively at the camera

Is Kirkland Dog Food Good? A Close Look at Quality and Value

27 March 2024

Kirkland dog food provides healthy options at a reasonable cost, but it has had some issues with recalls in the past.

Labrador Retriever sniffing a red hibiscus flower in a lush garden setting

Can Dogs Eat Hibiscus? Potential Dangers Explained

27 March 2024

Hibiscus is usually safe for dogs, but some varieties may cause an upset stomach if eaten in large quantities.

Cocker Spaniel on a vet's exam table, with the vet's hand examining its abdomen

Do Spayed Dogs Have Heat Cycles? Phantom Heat Cycles Explained

27 March 2024

Causes, diagnosis, and treatment of heat-like symptoms in spayed dogs due to ovarian remnant syndrome.

Veterinarian's hand administering a vaccine to the hind leg of an alert Labrador Retriever

DHPP Vaccine for Dogs: What It Protects Against

26 March 2024

The DHPP vaccine guards against distemper, parvovirus, parainfluenza, and adenovirus - these are core vaccines that are suggested for every puppy and dog.

Black cat with green eyes cautiously sniffing a halved orange on a wooden table

Can Cats Eat Oranges? A Look at the Potential Benefits and Risks

25 March 2024

Cats can have oranges in moderation, but oranges have compounds that are poisonous and can lead to stomach upset and other issues.