If you and your dog spend a lot of time outdoors you know that keeping away pesky mosquitoes (and bugs in general) can be very frustrating. And, to complicate matters further, there are often harmful chemicals in most repellent products. Read More …
Are you wondering if mustard is safe for your dog? Whether or not it should be off limits is open for debate. Here is what’s certain… If you do share, it is important to limit the amount to a very Read More …
Most dogs love to lap up delicious gravy, but should this be allowed? To share or not to share, that is the question! Whether your dog should get to partake depends on what’s actually in the gravy and how much Read More …
Read this before giving your dog any type of vitamin E supplementation. Learn when extra may be necessary and how much to provide a pet pooch!
Are you wondering if your dog can take Ritalin for ADHD-like behavior? First thing’s first: There is unfortunately no veterinary equivalent to this well-known central nervous system stimulant ie. Methylphenidate. With that being said, Ritalin is sometimes prescribed to dogs. Read More …
Giving a dog Oxycodone is fraught with risks. Seriously! Providing a pet with this powerful opioid is not something to take lightly. Are you trying to treat your dog’s pain problems? Careful! This narcotic is dangerous. Oxycodone should be a last Read More …
Codeine is a popular opiate pain medication. Perhaps you are considering it for your dog’s pain or persistent cough? Here’s the deal: This analgesic drug is not recommended for dogs without professional guidance. Make no mistake: Codeine can be harmful. Read More …
Do you want to share oysters with your dog? You’ll be happy to hear that feeding this type of fresh seafood is almost always harmless. Allergic reactions are quite a rare occurrence. Play it safe anyway! Strictly limit your pet’s Read More …
Are you thinking of feeding your dog some trout? Straight to the point: This type of fish can kill your canine. The fact is raw or under-cooked trout may expose your dog to Salmon Poisoning Disease (SPD) which, left untreated, Read More …