Tagged With Health

Tabby cat sniffing at a bowl of red tomato sauce with a curious expression

Can Cats Have Tomato Sauce? What You Need to Know

30 March 2024

Potential hazards and risks of cats eating tomato sauce, such as harmful ingredients, no nutritional benefits, and necessary medical treatment if eaten.

Fluffy lop-eared rabbit sitting on a wooden table, eyeing a ripe red apple slice

Can Rabbits Eat Apples? A Look at the Risks and Benefits

30 March 2024

Appropriate portion size, safety measures, and healthy diet for when you are feeding apples to your rabbit as a snack.

A long-haired white cat carefully covering its waste in a litter box

Why Do Cats Bury Their Poop? Exploring Evolutionary Instincts

30 March 2024

Cats cover their feces for a few reasons, including to cover up their scent, claim their territory, and maintain a clean environment - all of which are instinctual behaviors.

Panting Labrador Retriever laying on a tile floor with visible pink, splotchy heat rash on its skin

Dog Heat Rash: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention

30 March 2024

Causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of dog heat rash, including prevention tips and the risks of leaving it untreated.

Labrador Retriever sniffing a spilled cup of hot coffee on a hardwood floor, with a concerned expression

Can Dogs Have Coffee? Here's What You Need to Know About the Dangers

30 March 2024

Signs of caffeine poisoning in dogs, things that are poisonous, and what to do if your dog has consumed caffeine.

Persian cat sitting calmly next to a vase of fresh lemongrass

Can Cats Eat Lemongrass? An In-Depth Investigation

30 March 2024

Lemongrass is not toxic to cats, although the oils can lead to stomach upset if a cat consumes a large amount.

Black cat peering curiously at a plate of green beans on a kitchen counter

Can Cats Eat Beans? A Look at Feline Nutrition

30 March 2024

Cats can eat green beans in moderation, but other types of beans may lead to tummy troubles because they are high in protein and carbs.

Curious Cocker Spaniel sniffing a bag of cheese puff snacks, with the owner's hands trying to move the bag away

Can Dogs Have Cheese Balls? A Vet's Guide to Human Food

29 March 2024

The health risks associated with giving dogs cheese puffs, such as high fat, salt, and potentially toxic additives that can be dangerous for dogs.

German Shepherd dog with a pleading look as its owner takes away a cooked ham bone

Can Dogs Have Ham Bones? A Look at the Dangers

29 March 2024

Cooked ham bones can easily splinter and lead to a number of health problems in dogs, such as blockages, choking, and gastrointestinal perforations.

Close-up of a golden retriever's red, inflamed paw pad on a soft surface

Why Are My Dog's Paw Pads Red? Causes and Remedies

29 March 2024

Causes, treatments, and prevention of red, irritated dog paws, including allergies, injuries, infections, and underlying medical conditions.

Curious Beagle sitting on a kitchen counter, looking at a plate of freshly baked oatmeal cookies

Can Dogs Have Oatmeal Cookies? What a Vet Says

29 March 2024

Oatmeal cookies can be a healthy snack for dogs as long as they are eaten in moderation and don't contain any toxic ingredients.

Close-up of a tabby cat sniffing a bowl of fresh water, with its whiskers and wet nose in sharp focus

How Long Can Cats Go Without Water? The Science Explained

29 March 2024

Cats can go up to 3-4 days without water before they become severely dehydrated and at risk for serious health problems.