Tagged With Health Alerts

Cocker Spaniel lying in pain, with owner applying a cold compress post-spay surgery in a veterinary clinic

Signs of Trouble After Dog Spaying: What Dog Owners Need to Know

7 May 2024

Typical symptoms of a problem after dog spaying, such as incision problems, vomiting, and pain symptoms, that mean you should go to the vet right away.

Beagle with dull, dry fur and a tired expression laying on a tile floor surrounded by scattered dog food and a water bowl

How to Tell if Your Dog Is Sick: Symptoms and When to Go to the Vet

7 May 2024

Typical symptoms of dog sickness, when to go to the vet, and how to help your dog get better at home.

Close-up of a Dachshund's head and neck area, revealing small pale-colored parasites crawling on the skin

Do Dogs Get Lice? What to Know

7 May 2024

While dogs can't get head lice from humans, they can get dog lice or chewing lice, which are types of lice that feed on the skin.

Fluffy Persian cat sniffing at a jar of yellow mustard on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Mustard? Potential Dangers

6 May 2024

Mustard is poisonous to cats and will result in stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, and potentially more severe symptoms if eaten.

Labrador Retriever with a reddened, irritated-looking skin scratching itself against a wooden fence in a forest with poison oak plants

Can Dogs Get Poison Oak? Protecting Pets From Itchy Rashes

6 May 2024

Dogs can contract poison oak, and they will experience a rash, which can cause them to be itchy, lick themselves more than usual, and even have an upset stomach. Veterinary care may be needed.

Concerned Beagle owner pulling their dog's leash as the Beagle tries to sniff at a cluster of orange and pink lantana blooms

Can Dogs Eat Lantana? A Vet Explains the Risks

6 May 2024

Lantana is a poisonous plant that is harmful to dogs and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, liver failure, and heart problems when eaten.

Portrait of a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel sitting next to a can of anchovies, with a gentle, curious expression on its face

Can Dogs Eat Anchovies? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

6 May 2024

Anchovies can be a healthy occasional snack for dogs, but their high salt levels mean they should only be given in moderation.

Worried owner gently feeling the forehead of their furry Golden Retriever, checking for fever

How to Know If Your Dog Has a Fever Without a Thermometer: Signs to Look Out For

5 May 2024

Symptoms, reasons, and solutions for how to tell if a dog has a fever without a thermometer.

Concerned dog owner shining a flashlight on their Golden Retriever's rear end, revealing visible small white worms

Are There Really Worms Coming Out of Your Dog at Night? How to Recognize and Treat Parasites

5 May 2024

Causes of worms in dogs that come out at night, such as types of worms, symptoms, diagnosis, and how to prevent worms in the future.

Australian Shepherd puppy with a fluffy, blue merle coat inspecting a large Nylabone chew toy

Are Nylabones Safe for Dogs? A Look at the Research

5 May 2024

Potential dangers and safety tips of giving your dog Nylabones to chew on, such as dental risks and stomach hazards.

Tabby cat cautiously sniffing the paw of a Dalmatian dog in a blurred living room setting

Can Cats Get Parvovirus From Dogs? Exploring the Risks

4 May 2024

This article discusses the risk of cats getting parvo from dogs, covering symptoms, how it spreads, and the importance of vaccines and cleanliness.

Siamese cat with bright blue eyes cautiously sniffing a small bowl of white vinegar on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Vinegar? Potential Dangers and Safety

4 May 2024

Potential dangers and benefits of vinegar for cats, such as stomach upset, how to clean with vinegar, and the uses of apple cider vinegar.