Have you ever come home and found that your canine pal has eaten your shoes, or chewed up your sofa? This may go beyond Fido’s natural need to chew. There’s actually a specific name for this behavior: pica. The whats, whens, and whys of pica in dogs can vary widely. A local vet offers some information on it below.\ Grass One of the most common forms of pica is eating grass. There are several possible … Read More
Today, March 1, is National Welsh Corgi Day! Fun, lovable, and affectionate, the Welsh Corgi is a wonderful pet, and definitely one worth celebrating. A vet discusses these lovable, fluffy pups in this article. Basics The Corgi is a small dog with a big heart. As the name suggests, Fido is originally from Wales. His name is taken from the words Cor, which means dwarf, and Ci, which means dog. Like many other herding dogs, … Read More
Independence Day is coming up fast! We know many of you are looking forward to getting together with family and friends this year. Our canine patients also love summer gatherings. They’re also quite prone to mischief, so you’ll need to take a few precautions to keep Fido cool, comfy, and safe. A local Greater Cincinnati vet offers some tips on this below. Early Curfew The noise and commotion of fireworks can send many pooches into … Read More
Did you know that cancer is just as widespread for dogs as it is for humans? It’s actually the leading cause of death for both dogs and cats. In this article, a Greater Cincinnati vet discusses cancer in dogs. Sobering Statistics According to the Veterinary Cancer Society, about 25 percent of our canine companions will develop cancer at some point in their lives. The odds increase with age: about half of pups over the age … Read More
October Is Adopt A Shelter Dog Month! We’re happy to help put the ‘spot’ light on this wonderful cause. There are just far too many cute, lovable pooches in shelters, hoping someone will adopt them. A local Greater Cincinnati vet discusses adopting Fido below. Benefits There are some great reasons to get your canine pal from a shelter. For one thing, you’ll be able to pick your pooch out from a lineup of adorable pups. … Read More