When Charlie, a sweet Vizsla mix, started acting lethargic and refusing his usual walks, his family knew something was wrong. They brought him to an urgent care clinic, where an ultrasound revealed fluid in his abdomen and a suspected splenic mass.
PORTLAND, Ore. – Mae, a 3-year-old Australian Shepherd, defied the odds after a life-threatening accidental ingestion of 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), a human supplement often used for mood support.
Deck the halls with boughs of holly … but be sure it’s out of reach of your furry friends! It’s easy to get swept up in the festivities of the season, but don’t forget that added fun means added risks for your pets.
When you normally think of weather safety with your pets, you may naturally think of leaving animals in hot cars during summer. But did you know that cold weather also poses a serious threat to your animal's wellbeing?
Gobble Gobble. Our furry friends would also love to partake in the feast and gobble up some food, but food-related injuries and illnesses are the main cause of pet emergencies over this holiday weekend. Learn what is most harmful and the best way to keep your pets healthy.