The Healthy Pet Blog

Posted on: 15 September 2016

If your dog has been pawing at its eyes, it probably has an infection. This is particularly true if the itchy eyes are accompanied by redness and swelling. Luckily, you can usually tell what's caused the infection by looking at your dog's eyes. If one eye is swollen, and it has a yellow or green discharge, the infection is probably due to some type of injury or embedded foreign object. If both eyes are affected, the infection is probably caused by a virus. [Read More]

Posted on: 15 September 2016

Though the term 'teacup' is not officially recognized, it is used as the name for dogs that are smaller than the average from the typical dog in their breed. If you are the owner of a dog that is a teacup size, this could mean a dog that is only a few pounds. A teacup puppy could be the runt of the litter or it could be a dog that was breed to be small. [Read More]

Posted on: 14 September 2016

When cats fall, they usually do land on their feet. Unfortunately, that doesn't mean that they're going to survive every fall without any injuries. In fact, it's quite common for cats to break their legs and jaws and even suffer brain injuries from falls. If your cat has fallen, don't assume that it's okay. Take a few minutes to look for injuries. Here are three steps you should take if your cat has suffered a serious fall. [Read More]

Posted on: 14 September 2016

Cats have a tendency to find difficult and dangerous situations and then insert themselves right in the middle of it. In most cases, their natural agility and survival instincts carry them through their adventures unscathed. Sometimes, however, your pet may bite off more than it can chew. If your cat has recently angered hornets' nest, you may be wondering how serious the insects' stings are and how you should respond. These four steps should help you assess your cat's condition and know when it's time to call your local emergency veterinary service. [Read More]