Tagged With Health

Siamese cat with piercing blue eyes and a sleek, pointed coat curled up on a plush cushion

Do Cats Get Bipolar Disorder? A Look at Feline Mental Health

7 April 2024

Controversial theory that suggests cats can have bipolar disorder, with possible factors such as genetics, hormones, stress, and other biological issues.

Weimaraner dog standing alert next to a plate of venison slices, with a focused gaze on the meat

Can Dogs Eat Venison? The Ins and Outs of This Healthy Game Meat

6 April 2024

Venison can be a healthy, unique protein source for dogs if it's given in appropriate amounts as one part of a complete diet.

Orange tabby cat sniffing at a piece of chocolate cake on a plate in a kitchen

Can Cats Eat Cake? The Risks of Feeding Human Treats

6 April 2024

Cats should not eat cake on a regular basis because of potential health problems associated with sugar, fat, and toxic ingredients like chocolate.

Concerned Pomeranian dog sniffing a plate of french fries, with owner holding a book on canine nutrition

Can Dogs Eat French Fries? A Vet Weighs In On This Salty Snack

6 April 2024

The dangers of giving dogs french fries, such as obesity, pancreatitis, and salt toxicity, and better ways to incorporate potatoes into your dog's diet.

Alert Border Collie sitting next to a bowl of ground flax seeds on a kitchen counter

Can Dogs Eat Flax Seeds? Benefits and Precautions

6 April 2024

Flax seeds can offer dogs some nutritional advantages if given as part of a balanced diet, such as better skin, digestion, and immune system support.

Close-up of a Persian cat with a guilty, anxious expression staring at a stained spot on the hardwood floor where it has defecated

Why Does My Cat Poop on the Floor? Causes and Solutions

6 April 2024

Finding and dealing with the causes of a cat's litter box aversion, like health problems or changes in their environment, is essential to fixing the issue.

Fluffy Pomeranian dog trying to pick up a thick tree branch, with its owner gently taking the branch away in a grassy backyard

Can Dogs Eat Sticks? The Dangers of This Common Behavior

5 April 2024

Sticks can break into sharp pieces that may cut, block, or puncture a dog's mouth, throat, or gastrointestinal tract. Owners should opt for safer chew toys instead.

Labrador Retriever hesitantly sniffing a pile of cat treats on a hardwood floor

Can Dogs Eat Cat Treats? Vet-Approved Guidelines

5 April 2024

Although there are a few cat treats that are OK for dogs to eat in small amounts, they don't have the nutritional content that dogs require and can lead to health problems if they are eaten in large amounts.

Border Collie sitting next to a bowl of jicama sticks, looking up at the owner

Can Dogs Eat Jicama? A Look at This Crunchy Vegetable

5 April 2024

Jicama is a non-toxic, low-calorie root vegetable that can be a nutritious occasional snack for dogs as long as it’s given in small amounts.

Miniature Schnauzer standing on hind legs, begging for a circle-shaped plain provolone cheese held in the owner's hand

Can Dogs Have Provolone Cheese? Here's What a Vet Says

5 April 2024

Provolone cheese can be an okay occasional snack for dogs, but there are several things to watch out for including weight gain and pancreatitis.

Shepherd mix dog with a concerned look sitting next to a plate of partially eaten Rice Krispie Treats

Can Dogs Have Rice Krispie Treats? Here's What Vets Say

5 April 2024

Rice Krispie Treats are not safe for dogs because they contain high amounts of sugar, butter, and marshmallows, all of which can lead to health problems.

Full-body shot of a Maine Coon cat with a bushy tail sitting on a hardwood floor, head cocked to the side and shaking gently

Cat Head Shaking: What It Could Mean

5 April 2024

Causes, symptoms, and treatment of head shaking in cats, including ear infections, mites, allergies, polyps, and when to take your cat to the vet.