Tagged With Health

Worried owner taking a chocolate bar away from a Dutch rabbit with a guilty expression

Why Chocolate is Toxic to Rabbits? A Scientific Explanation

9 April 2024

Why chocolate is toxic to rabbits and what happens if they eat it.

Bulldog with wrinkled face and sore, inflamed ears being inspected by owner with penlight

Why Are My Dog's Ears Hot? Potential Causes Explained

9 April 2024

Causes of a dog's hot ears, such as infections, allergies, and foreign objects, and ways to avoid and address ear problems.

Poodle with thinning, disheveled coat laying on a soft blanket with pet food and supplements in the background

Vitamin Deficiencies and Canine Hair Loss: What Owners Should Know

9 April 2024

Vitamin deficiencies, such as biotin, can lead to hair loss and skin issues in dogs. Supplementation and dietary modifications can be used to improve skin and coat health.

Portrait of a muscular Siamese cat closely examining a small amount of cat poop on a beige carpet, with a litter box visible in a cozy living room setting

How Often Should Cats Poop? A Vet's Guide

9 April 2024

The average number of times a day that normal, healthy cats go to the bathroom, things that impact how often your cat will go, and what to look for if you think your cat's bathroom habits aren't normal and they need to see a vet.

Close-up of a Pug dog inspecting a fortune cookie folded into a butterfly shape on the floor, with a jar of fortune cookies visible in the background

Can Dogs Eat Fortune Cookies? The Pros and Cons

9 April 2024

The occasional fortune cookie is OK for dogs, but the high sugar, fat, and other things can lead to health problems if they are eaten too often.

Worried-looking owner gently holding the muzzle of a brown and white Lop rabbit that is attempting to bite

Why Do Rabbits Bite? Understanding and Preventing Nipping Behavior

9 April 2024

Causes of rabbit aggression, including typical reasons for aggression, and how to stop and deal with rabbit aggression.

Owner gently petting a calico Maine Coon cat curled up on a couch

How to Tell If Your Cat Is in Heat and What to Do About It: Cat Heat Signals

9 April 2024

Symptoms, reasons, and treatment of cats in heat, as well as when cats go into heat and how to avoid unwanted litters.

Extreme close-up of a cat's open mouth, revealing its full set of 30 permanent teeth surrounded by lush, blurred foliage

How Many Teeth Do Cats Have? Exploring Feline Dental Anatomy

9 April 2024

Cats develop 30 permanent teeth that are designed to help them eat a meat-based diet, yet many experience dental issues due to a lack of proper maintenance.

Tabby cat with a fluffy orange and white coat sitting next to a plate of cut kiwi slices, looking away disinterestedly

Can Cats Eat Kiwi? A Look at This Tropical Fruit for Felines

9 April 2024

Kiwis are not toxic to cats, however, due to their high fiber, sugar, and acidic content, they should only be given in small amounts as an occasional snack.

Beagle with a classic tan, black and white coat examining a jar of organic applesauce on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Applesauce? What Vets Say

8 April 2024

Applesauce can be a nutritious sometimes-snack for dogs, but it should still only be fed to them in moderation as a supplement to their regular meals.

Close-up of a black cat sniffing a sprig of fresh mint with a curious expression

Can Cats Eat Mint? Here's What the Experts Have to Say

8 April 2024

Mint is toxic to cats when eaten in large amounts, which can cause an upset stomach and other problems.

Shih Tzu dog cautiously sniffing a slice of lemon on a low table, with a glass of lemon water visible in the background

Can Dogs Have Lemon Water? The Risks Explained

7 April 2024

Lemons and lemon water are poisonous to dogs and can lead to symptoms like upset stomach, skin problems, and liver failure.