Respiratory infections are one of the most common infectious diseases seen in cats. The infections range widely in severity, can lead to lifelong illness that reappears when cats are stressed, and may result in life-threatening illness. Although viruses cause the majority of feline respiratory infections, symptomatic treatment can prevent your cat’s condition from worsening and [...]
You may seldom see your cat at their water bowl, so you can’t be really sure how much they are drinking. While they likely sneak in a few gulps here and there, boosting these desert animals’ water intake is extremely important. Their ancestors may have thrived in arid conditions, making them especially skilled at extracting [...]
Giardia is an often misunderstood intestinal parasite that can infect dogs, cats, livestock, and a wide variety of wildlife—and certain strains can infect people. Learn how to best protect your four-legged friend from this intestinal parasite as we uncover the truth about Giardia in dogs. Myth: I can see Giardia parasites in my dog’s stool [...]
Whether your curious cat bats at a cornered bug, or your daring dog sticks their nose into a beehive, your furry pal can easily fall victim to a bug bite or sting. Most pets do not react severely to insect attacks, but some pests may inject them with venom. Learn to identify problematic bug bites [...]