Tagged With Health

Golden Retriever sniffing at a collection of common spices and herbs on a wooden table

Dog-Safe Spices: The Best Herbs and Spices to Use and Avoid

2 April 2024

Herbs and spices that are safe and unsafe for dogs, including herbs, spices, and other common ingredients that can be poisonous.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel staring curiously at a croissant on a kitchen counter, with the owner's hand gently pushing it away

Can Dogs Eat Croissants? The Truth About Sharing This Pastry

2 April 2024

Croissants are not good for dogs because they are high in fat, sugar, and calories, which can cause a variety of health problems.

Brindle-coated elderly Great Dane resting near an oversized water dish in a veterinary clinic setting

Polydipsia in Older Dogs: Causes and What to Know

2 April 2024

Causes and treatment of increased thirst in senior dogs, such as diabetes, kidney disease, Cushing's, and old age.

Saint Bernard dog knocking over a plate of candy canes, surrounded by fallen decorations

Can Dogs Have Candy Canes? Other Holiday Dangers for Dogs

2 April 2024

Candy canes are extremely toxic to dogs because of their high sugar and xylitol content, and can result in severe reactions, including death.

Persian cat with a thick, luxurious coat lying on a rug, shedding profusely with tufts of fur caught in the air around it

Why Is My Cat Shedding So Much? Causes and Solutions

2 April 2024

Causes of too much cat hair loss, like the seasons, diet, stress, allergies, and health issues that need to be treated by a vet.

Photograph of a Beagle pawing at a bowl of coleslaw, with a guilty expression on its face

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

2 April 2024

Coleslaw can be a healthy treat for dogs, but the high-fat dressing and other ingredients make it risky to feed.

Labrador Retriever dog pressing its muzzle into a beige carpet with a puzzled expression

Why Do Dogs Rub Their Faces on Carpet? The Fascinating Reasons Behind This Behavior

2 April 2024

Explanations for why dogs may rub their faces on the carpet, such as scent marking, skin problems, and health issues that need to be treated by a vet.

Close-up of a fluffy grey and white Maine Coon cat with a peaceful expression as a human hand pets its head, causing drool to drip from its mouth

Why Does My Cat Drool When I Pet Him? Unraveling This Feline Quirk

2 April 2024

Why do cats drool when you pet them? From being relaxed to having dental problems, it all depends on what your cat is trying to tell you.

Shih Tzu dog sitting next to a plate of chili con carne, with the owner's hand moving the plate away

Can Dogs Have Chili? It's Complicated

1 April 2024

Chili and other spicy foods can lead to gastrointestinal upset and toxicity in dogs, so it's best to keep these foods away from your pet.

A sleek, black Bombay cat delicately sniffing a pile of steamed and salted edamame pods on a wooden table

Can Cats Eat Edamame? The Pros and Cons Explored

1 April 2024

Possible advantages and disadvantages of giving your cat edamame, how to prepare it for your cat, and how to watch for allergies.

Worried-looking Poodle being inspected by a veterinarian using a fine-toothed comb for signs of lice

Can Dogs Get Lice From Humans? What Pet Owners Need to Know

1 April 2024

While dogs cannot get the same lice that humans get, they can get their own kind of lice that can be quite irritating.

Orange tabby cat sniffing at vibrant red and yellow begonia plant, with owner's hand gently guiding the cat away

Can Cats Eat Begonias? A Complete Safety Guide

1 April 2024

Begonias are poisonous to cats because of their concentration of oxalates, which can lead to oral irritation and other symptoms when eaten.