Scruffy here. Hurricane Sandy is hitting the East Coast right now and building in intensity as it comes further into land. We are having heavy rain and winds now and expect them to get worse as the day goes on. As you can see by the NASA satellite photo Sandy is HUGE! I thought I should keep [...]
Here is a short list of plants that you see this time of year that are toxic to both dogs and cats. Easter Lily (ALL Lilies) While Easter Lilies are not toxic to dogs they are highly toxic to cats and can cause immediate kidney failure with only one leaf eaten. Other lilies such as [...]
Nation’s Largest Pet Insurer Teams With Animal Cancer Foundation in Fight Against One of the Most Common and Costly Pet Health Conditions BREA, Calif., Nov. 1, 2010 (via PRNewswire) — Every year in the United States, millions of pets are diagnosed with and treated for cancer. For the sixth year in a row, Veterinary Pet [...]
Most pet owners know that chocolate is a big no-no for dogs. But here’s something to chew on: a common ingredient in sugarless gum and snacks can cause a canine catastrophe. The culprit is a sweetener called xylitol. While you may never have heard of it, there’s a good chance you have it in your [...]
As the weather is getting warmer, many homeowners are beginning to treat lawns and tend to flower gardens. Many pet lovers are unaware of the potential dangers these simple tasks may pose to dogs and cats and need to take precautions when preparing to use chemicals. As you work outside be sure to take an [...]