Tagged With Safety

Dog closely inspecting a deer antler on a hardwood floor, with the owner's hands visible

Can Dogs Eat Deer Bones? Risks and Safer Alternatives

18 May 2024

Potential dangers and advantages of giving your dog deer antlers, including safety tips, how to prepare them, and other safe chew options.

Persian cat curled up on a soft, plush cat bed, looking alert for signs of fleas

Do Indoor Cats Get Fleas? How to Prevent Fleas in Your Home

17 May 2024

How house cats can catch fleas, typical symptoms, and ways to avoid and get rid of flea problems.

Cautious Poodle owner using a gardening tool to move a container of weed and feed away from their playful, standard Poodle in a blurred outdoor garden setting

Is Weed and Feed Safe for Dogs? What Pet Owners Need to Know

17 May 2024

Weed and feed products can be dangerous for dogs because of the toxic chemicals they contain. Safer options and safety measures are suggested.

Distressed Beagle puppy lying on the floor surrounded by spilled medications and supplements

Common Household Toxins That Can Cause Dog Seizures: Household Hazards

17 May 2024

Household poisons that are toxic to dogs and can cause seizures, such as drugs, plants, certain foods, and pesticides.

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.

Spotted Dalmatian sitting next to an overturned bag of pistachios, with a guilty look on its face

Can Dogs Eat Pistachios? Exploring the Benefits and Risks

16 May 2024

The dangers of dogs consuming pistachios, such as obesity, choking, and toxicity, are not worth any potential rewards of this fatty, salty treat.

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.

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.

Curious calico cat crouched down on a green lawn, intently watching a small grey squirrel scurrying across the grass

Why Do Cats Like Squirrels? A Look at Your Cat's Hunting Instincts

16 May 2024

Domestic cats' natural hunting behavior causes them to hunt and kill squirrels, creating potential health problems and environmental concerns that need to be addressed.

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.