Tweet With medical marijuana one step away from being legalized in Illinois some argue there is something missing from House Bill 30.
Pot for Pets? Some owners want medical marijuana passed for pets too
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Martha Stewart’s Top Tips for Health, Happy Dogs
May 26, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Our animals don’t just make us happier; they also make us healthier, and we should do the same for them. Martha Stewart offers practical tips for keeping your dogs at their happiest and healthiest.
Seven things to know about ticks, mosquitoes, Lyme disease and the West Nile Virus
May 24, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Seven things to know about ticks, mosquitoes, Lyme disease and the West Nile Virus (via Mlive.com) Blacklegged ticks that cause Lyme disease in various stages of development. Ticks and mosquitoes have emerged in West Michigan, which means residents must well be equipped to protect their family and pets against the insects, some of which [...]
Do you really need Pet Insurance? Here’s What to Consider
May 9, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Do you really need Pet Insurance? Here’s What to Consider (via http://www.wagthedoguk.com) Some education There are many pet lovers around the world that find it difficult to make the decision on whether or not to go for pet insurance. Believe it or not, pet insurance is on the up and it’s rapidly growing amongst [...]
Ask the Vet: Learn about doggie dental care, ‘eye staining’ and more
May 6, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Dr. Brett Levitzke discusses common pet issues with me, like dental care, and demonstrates the right way to brush your pet’s teeth. Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy
Like humans, dogs often age quite gracefully
May 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Like humans, dogs often age quite gracefully (via Wichita Falls Times Record News) I’ve been lucky enough to share my life with quite a few dogs over the years. Several have lived into their double-digit years, while a few I’ve lost to illness while they were fairly young. My crew right now ranges in [...]
Could Your Dog Be Mentally Ill?
May 4, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Most pet owners anthropomorphize their dog or cat when they act guilty, anxious or aggressive. But do dogs actually exhibit signs of mental illness?
Couple Spends Thousands on Cosmetic Surgery for Dog
April 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet A bloodhound gets a facelift and tummy tuck.
Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions that Prompt a Visit to the Vet
April 3, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions that Prompt a Visit to the Vet (via PR Newswire) BREA, Calif., April 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ – Just like their human counterparts, when pets are afflicted with even seemingly minor ailments such as an ear infection, stomach ache or cough, it can prompt a visit to the doctor. [...]
Pets Have Pain Too – Arthritis Awareness Month Highlights Disease’s Effect on Dogs
April 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Pets Have Pain Too – Arthritis Awareness Month Highlights Disease's Effect on Dogs (via PR Newswire) “OA in Dogs” client education materials available to veterinarians Download image ATLANTA, April 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ – Osteoarthritis (or OA as it is commonly known as) affects pets in the same way it does humans. In fact, millions of [...]
Why Pet Insurance gives you peace of mind
March 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Why Pet Insurance gives you peace of mind (via http://www.wagthedoguk.com) It’s a dog’s life, hunger and ease ~ 1660′s proverb My peep is pretty good at making the usual decisions for my well being She feeds me well, provides me with a few dogs beds, and is responsible for what I need and when [...]
Six Pet “Ick” Factors and How to Solve Them
March 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Six Pet "Ick" Factors and How to Solve Them (via PR Newswire) Petco™ Shares Top Spring Cleaning Tips for Pet Parents to Get Rid of the Mess Download image SAN DIEGO, March 26, 2013 /PRNewswire/ – Over one third of respondents from a recent Petco™ Facebook survey revealed that they vacuum up at least a [...]
Doga – Yoga with Dogs
March 27, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Love doing yoga? Love your dogs? Ever thought about combining the two? It’s DOGA! And incorporating your 4-legged friends in your daily workout is easier than you think!
Giving Blood Not Just For Humans, Pets Do It, Too
March 21, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet We’ve all heard the plea to donate blood. But it’s not just humans who need it during an emergency or surgery. Blood can also save the lives of pets. And no one knows that better than the veterinarians at the University of Minnesota.
Protecting Your Pets From Rabies
March 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Tweet Veterinarian Craig Smith with the Pet Wellness Center worries that many pet owners don’t recognize the gravity of the situation.
