7 Ways Grooming your pet can improve their health

When you think about grooming your pet, do you think about style, fancy haircuts, and perfumed shampoos? Do you only think about having your pet groomed when they are dirty or have an undesirable smell?  Well grooming your pet is more than personal hygiene, or style. It can be an important factor in improving their health. … Read more7 Ways Grooming your pet can improve their health

Are Flea and Tick Pills Dangerous?

If you are not aware by now, there is a widespread alert from the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) showing that flea and tick pills can might cause neurological signs.  These include products such as Bravecto, Nexguard, and Simparica.  FDA issues warnings about medical products after monitoring reports of side effects.  When they do, it may either cause … Read moreAre Flea and Tick Pills Dangerous?

Are medications poisoning your pets? A veterinarian’s perspective.

If you have read your fair share of pet articles  you have probably come across a few that have been critical of traditional medications prescribed by veterinarians. It seems like the most common products that are targeted are flea/tick products and heartworm medications. I have often seen these products described as poison for pets. So … Read moreAre medications poisoning your pets? A veterinarian’s perspective.

The difference between OTC flea products and veterinary exclusive products

As long as I have been a veterinarian, I am amazed how flea products have advanced through the years. There are products that combine flea, intestinal parasites, and heartworm prevention in one. Oral flea products  are available that last as long as three months to protect against fleas. You have a collar that can provide up to … Read moreThe difference between OTC flea products and veterinary exclusive products