Tagged With Health Alerts

8-week-old beagle puppy sleeping on a soft blanket, with its sides visibly moving up and down quickly as it breathes rapidly

Why Is My 8 Week Old Puppy Breathing Fast While Sleeping? Causes and Concerns

9 May 2024

Causes and how to deal with panting in 8 week old puppies while they are sleeping, including things that might be happening and when to go to the vet.

Bulldog with a concerned look staring at a bowl of lime slices on a tiled kitchen floor

Can Dogs Eat Limes? What You Need to Know

9 May 2024

Limes are toxic to dogs because of their high acidity and the presence of psoralens and aromatic oils, which can lead to gastrointestinal upset and even organ failure.

Close-up of a Golden Retriever with a noticeable head tremor, looking concerned

Head Tremors in Dogs: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

9 May 2024

Causes, diagnosis, and treatment of head tremors in dogs, including common breeds affected and potential underlying health issues.

Dog vigorously shaking its head from side to side on a neutral surface

Why Is My Dog Shaking Its Head If Its Ears Are Clean? Common Causes Explored

9 May 2024

Possible causes of head shaking in dogs with no ear problems, such as infections, allergies, foreign bodies, and neurological problems.

Close-up of a concerned-looking poodle mix sniffing the leaves of a vibrant green ZZ plant on a wooden window sill

Can Dogs Eat ZZ Plants? Risks and Safety Precautions

8 May 2024

ZZ plants are poisonous to dogs because of calcium oxalate crystals, which can lead to irritation and swelling when consumed.

Patient Labrador retriever standing as its owner gently collects a urine sample in a sterile container

How to Collect a Urine Sample From Your Dog: A Comprehensive Guide

8 May 2024

Step-by-step instructions on how to get a urine sample from your dog to take to the vet or for other testing purposes, with both home and veterinary options.

An elderly Bulldog curled up on a couch, its legs moving in short bursts as it lets out a quiet whimper

Why Do Dogs Twitch in Their Sleep? Uncovering Canine Dreams

8 May 2024

Why dogs kick in their sleep - it has to do with dreaming and happens more in puppies and older dogs than it does in adult dogs.

Curious Pug dog cautiously examining a plate of cubed dragon fruit

Can Dogs Eat Dragon Fruit? What to Know About This Exotic Fruit

8 May 2024

Nutritional information, potential health concerns, and serving suggestions for when you want to feed your dog dragon fruit as a special snack.

Close-up of a cat sniffing a white anthurium flower, with a cautious expression

Are Anthuriums Toxic to Cats? What Every Owner Needs to Know

8 May 2024

Anthuriums are poisonous to cats because of calcium oxalate crystals, which are insoluble and can lead to mouth pain, upset stomach, and breathing problems.

Closeup of a small Poodle mix dog sniffing and investigating a single green olive on the floor

Can Dogs Eat Green Olives? Potential Risks Explored

8 May 2024

Green olives are dangerous for dogs because of their high salt content and because the pits can be a choking hazard, although olive oil may be a safer option.

Close-up of a Yorkshire terrier sniffing a grilled steak on a cutting board

Can Dogs Eat Steak? What Pet Owners Should Know

7 May 2024

Things to think about when feeding your dog steak, such as how much to give them, potential risks, and other protein options that are better for your dog.

Pug standing next to an overturned water bowl, refusing to eat the dog food in front of it, with a wary expression on a sparse, clean background

Dog Not Eating But Drinking Water and Vomiting: Causes and What to Do

7 May 2024

Possible reasons why a dog might be vomiting, not eating, and drinking water, such as stomach problems, organ issues, and dental concerns.