Yes, it is OK to use Neosporin on your dog with veterinarian approval, but we do not recommend using it on cats. After receiving some veterinarian feedback, we have restricted our recommendation to dogs only, as there have been reports of cats having life-threatening anaphylactic reactions to the antibiotic ingredients in Neosporin (most specifically in ophthalmic preparations… Read More

Accidents happen, even to the best pet parents! It’s important to be well-prepared to recognize the symptoms of a broken limb, and be aware of treatments, situations, and costs that may arise. How can I recognize a broken bone? Broken bones manifest as lumps or bumps on a dog’s joint that are swollen and painful… Read More

When adopting puppies, their health should be a pet parent’s highest concern. Young dogs are especially susceptible to contracting infections because their immune systems aren’t fully developed. Parvovirus can result in death in young puppies, so it’s important to watch for the symptoms before the disease progresses too far. Causes The canine parvovirus, or CPV,… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on January 15, 2020 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM Puppies are susceptible to many illnesses because of their underdeveloped immune systems. The symptoms of some sicknesses may be more severe in puppies because of their inability to fight them off. Kennel cough is one of those illnesses and can progress to other, more… Read More

Puppies are very susceptible to contracting diseases that older dogs’ immune systems can fight off. Giardiasis and coccidiosis are both parasitic infections that are common among young dogs. Causes Ingesting feces or soil infected with the parasites is the number one cause of contracting giardiasis and coccidiosis. Giardiasis can also be spread through drinking water… Read More

Since puppies have bodies that aren’t as strong as adult dogs, they tend to overexert or injure themselves. Muscle sprains are one fairly common injury among young pets. Puppies’ muscles aren’t fully formed yet and can be easily hurt. Take steps to protect your puppy, but also watch for symptoms. Causes of Injury Puppies want… Read More

Heartworms are parasites that cause infection of the cardiovascular system, especially in small animals. Although small, heartworms can cause severe internal damage to organs and should be treated immediately. As the weather warms up, heartworm infections are more common, as the parasites are spread by mosquitos. By learning how to recognize heartworm symptoms in dogs, you… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on December 21, 2019 by Sarah Wallace, DVM While you and your pooch explore the outdoors, keep in mind the possibility of Lyme disease, a serious (and sometimes fatal) infection caused by the bite of a tick. Pet parents can also develop Lyme disease if they are bitten – consider these tips… Read More