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Has your dog contracted cancer at an advanced stage of its life? If so, it could be natural for you to ask if age is a factor in treating them the same. You may wonder if they are too young to withstand the cancer treatment. Pet parents sometimes wonder if ...

Pet parents often switch their furballs’ diets, hoping they would like it and be excited about it. It often happens when dog owners switch to raw food diet plans. Raw food is supposed to be biologically appropriate for dogs. But, many owners are surprised that their babies do not share ...

If you are a pet parent, one of the biggest challenges you would face is creating a balanced and fresh meal for your fur baby. If you do not like eating food with a shelf life too long to be normal, you need not worry as there are plenty of ...

A Tokyo clothing maker has teamed up with veterinarians to make a wearable fan for pets, expecting to entice the worried owners of dogs – or cats – that cannot shed their fur coats in Japan’s blistering summer weather. The device consists of a battery-operated, 80-gram (3-ounce) fan attached to ...

Constipation is a common health issue in dogs and refers to the inability to pass a normal stool regularly. It can happen for different reasons and usually can be easily fixed, but some dogs may experience chronic constipation. It can lead to obstipation, where the stool becomes drier and more ...

Orthopedic dog beds offer your dog better body support than traditional dog beds, making them an ideal option for dogs heading into their senior years. Problems like arthritis, soreness, joint pain, stiff muscles, and hip dysplasia become more common for senior dogs and make it more difficult for them to ...

No, you don’t have to remove broken teeth. According to K9 Rocks, veterinarians can perform Root Canal Therapy which has a success rate of 95%. Or you can do Vital Pulpotomy which has a success rate of 75%. Sometimes, pets get hit by cars and this can cause them to ...

Most dogs are resilient and don’t bother their human parents when they get small cuts or bruises. It is why sometimes it’s difficult to know whether your dog is in pain or why. A dog suffering from pain can be due to many reasons, but most commonly, it’s something either ...

Nursing your ill dog back to health can be a daunting task. Knowing exactly what’s good and what will provide the most nutrient-packed meals for a quick recovery is important. Or maybe you adopted a malnourished dog that requires very specific care. Whatever the reason, we will explore what to ...

If you are a pet owner, you need to ensure that you are always ready to provide first aid in case of an emergency to your pet. You should have your vet’s number on speed dial. If you are not able to provide first-aid, rush to the closest emergency animal ...