Tagged With Health

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.

Mutt dog happily eating a miniature hamburger patty on a plate, with the owner watching in the background

Can Dogs Eat Hamburger? The Facts About Feeding Burgers to Fido

16 May 2024

How to safely feed your dog ground beef, including how much to give them and the best ways to prepare it.

Burmese cat sniffing a pile of raw shrimp on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Have Raw Shrimp? A Vet Answers

16 May 2024

Hazards of giving cats uncooked shrimp, such as bacteria, stomach upset, and the potential for swallowing shells and tails.

Close-up of a tabby cat sniffing at the leaves of a green peace lily plant

Do Peace Lilies Hurt Cats? Everything You Need to Know

16 May 2024

Peace lilies are toxic to cats because of insoluble calcium oxalate crystals, which can lead to irritation and respiratory issues when consumed.

Concerned-looking Poodle sitting on a patterned rug, one hind leg raised as if attempting to scratch or rub its rear end

Why Do Dogs Rub Their Butts on Carpets? Causes Explained

16 May 2024

Causes of dog scooting, such as problems with the anal glands, parasites, and dietary issues.

Dog owner holding a flour tortilla out of reach from an eager Golden Retriever

Can Dogs Eat Flour Tortillas? A Look at This Human Food

16 May 2024

Flour tortillas aren't poisonous to dogs but they don't have much nutritional value and can cause weight gain and other digestive problems if they're eaten in large amounts.

Tabby cat and Labradoodle sitting side-by-side on a bathroom counter, with the cat eyeing the dog suspiciously as the dog sniffs a bottle of cat shampoo

Can You Use Cat Shampoo on Dogs? Understanding the Risks

16 May 2024

While cat shampoo is safe for dogs, there are some key differences in skin and fur that mean you need to be careful to avoid problems.

Worried Labrador Retriever owner gently examining a patch of red, blistered skin on their dog's back in a veterinary clinic setting

Can Dogs Get Shingles? Viral Transmission and Skin Issues

16 May 2024

While dogs can't get shingles, they can get skin and nerve damage from the varicella-zoster virus.

Longhaired calico cat pacing on a cat tower, with a swishing tail and dilated pupils, indicating it is in a state of estrus

How Often Do Cats Go Into Heat? Understanding Feline Estrus Cycles

16 May 2024

Cats go into heat every 2-3 weeks, and symptoms include increased vocalization and activity. Spaying will stop future heats and other reproductive health problems.

Labrador Retriever with a worried expression, its chest and abdomen X-rayed to show the outline of heartworms

How to Tell If Your Dog Has Heartworms: What to Look For

16 May 2024

Typical signs of heartworm disease in dogs are a persistent cough, lethargy, loss of appetite, and difficulty breathing, which occurs as the worms disrupt the function of the heart and lungs.

Concerned dog owner gently petting a tired Poodle mix in a veterinary examination room

How to Comfort a Dog With Pancreatitis: Tips for Soothing Care

16 May 2024

There are many ways to treat pancreatitis in dogs, including dietary changes, medications, alternative treatments, and supportive care.

Photorealistic portrait of a Persian cat peering intently at the camera, showcasing its distinctive flat face and moist, glistening nose

Why Are Cats' Noses Wet? Science-Backed Reasons

15 May 2024

The science behind why cats have wet noses, including smelling, thermoregulation, and the vomeronasal organ.