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What is Vitamin D Toxicity?
March 29th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMIn November 2018, after receiving reports of suspected vitamin D toxicity in dogs who had eaten dry dog food, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall of certain dry dog food brands. The FDA then expanded the recall in December 2018 after further testing revealed additional dry dog foods that contained dangerously high… Read More
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What is Vitamin D Toxicity?
03/29/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMIn November 2018, after receiving reports of suspected vitamin D toxicity in dogs who had eaten dry dog food, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a recall of certain dry dog food brands. The FDA then expanded the recall in December 2018 after further testing revealed additional dry dog foods that contained dangerously high… Read More
March 29th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
The Tellington TTouch Method: What Is It?
03/28/2019 by Cuteness TeamThe Tellington TTouch (not a typo) method focuses on healing, positive animal training, and communication. In particular, this method helps people relate to animals compassionately to help develop a deeper connection. The method was developed by Linda Tellington-Jones, Ph.D. (Hon) four decades ago. Since inception, the Tellington TTouch method has helped rehabilitate wildlife, zoo animals,… Read More
March 28th, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
Why Not Me? Meet Skye!
03/27/2019 by Colleen WilliamsWe’ve partnered with Pawsitive Alliance for the #WhyNotMePets campaign to give difficult-to-home pets an extra paw up. These lovable pets are ready to find their forever homes. MEET SKYE Breed: Hound/Pointer Age/Gender/Size: 1 ½ years old / Female / Medium Likes: Running, hiking, playing Dislikes: Sittin’ still! Special Considerations: Skye would be best as the only pet in the… Read More
March 27th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Can Dogs Eat Nutmeg?
03/26/2019 by ScritchThe quick answer: No, dogs should not eat nutmeg because it is toxic to dogs. Though the amount of nutmeg baked into a pastry is typically not enough to cause serious implications, this spice is toxic to dogs in large quantities. Often finely ground and used as a spice, nutmeg is the hard seed of… Read More
March 26th, 2019 by Scritch -
How to Take Your Cat for a Walk
03/25/2019 by Colleen WilliamsIt’s the pet parent’s responsibility to provide an ample amount of play and exercise for their pets, but sometimes we fall short! Dog parents get in their pup’s workout through dog walks and outdoor play, hamsters are given toys and exercise wheels to get them to stay in shape, but how do we get… Read More
March 25th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Why Do My Dog’s Paws Smell Like Fritos?
03/22/2019 by Cuteness TeamDog paws are cute, soft, and smell like … Fritos? Why? Bacteria While gross, many attribute bacteria as the cause. This is not necessarily a bad thing. Basically, your dog’s sweat glands are concentrated in their paw pads, which, surrounded by fur, create damp crevices ideal for bacteria to grow. The smell is a byproduct… Read More
March 22nd, 2019 by Cuteness Team -
Urinary Crystals in Cats: O’Reilly’s Story
03/21/2019 by Colleen WilliamsCats suffer from urinary tract infections, blockages, and kidney issues rather frequently, and their symptoms can sometimes all seem similar. Blockages can be life-threatening; if a cat has a urinary blockage, this condition can be fatal within 7 days, so any symptoms of urinary distress should be brought up to your vet at once. When… Read More
March 21st, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Why Not Me? Meet Red!
03/20/2019 by Colleen WilliamsWe’ve partnered with Pawsitive Alliance for the #WhyNotMePets campaign to give difficult-to-home pets an extra paw up. These lovable pets are ready to find their forever homes. MEET RED Breed: Doberman Age/Gender/Size: 9 years young / Male / Large Likes: Submissive large dog friends, long walks, hikes, & playing! Dislikes: Crates Special Considerations: No cats, no small… Read More
March 20th, 2019 by Colleen Williams -
Spring Cleaning Tips for Pet Parents
03/19/2019 by Colleen WilliamsSpring cleaning isn’t just for humans anymore! Every pet can use some decluttering and organization of his or her life. Here’s a spring cleaning checklist for every pet parent. Get to Cleaning Deodorize couches, carpets, and pet spaces with baking soda Sprinkle baking soda over carpet and other vacuum-able surfaces to absorb pet odors. Make… Read More
March 19th, 2019 by Colleen Williams
