Ever thought about taking a Pet First Aid and CPR class? Now’s your chance! Gentle Paws Dog and Cat Training in Edmonds is offering their class on Sunday, Feb. 9 from 11am- 2pm. The cost is $55 and space is limited. Interested? Contact Patty at 206-370-2728 to register. More information and other classes can be […]
FDA Issues Consumer Update on Chicken Jerky Treats
The FDA has issued an update on its ongoing investigation into Chicken jerky treats from China. For the past 5 years, attempts to determine what has been causing some dogs to become sick after eating these jerky treats have been inconclusive. It is an encouraging sign that the FDA has continued to investigate these problems. […]
Low Glycemic Pet Foods: Help or Hype?
You may have noticed more and more pet foods displaying “Low Glycemic” seals in the past few years. This fancy footnote refers to the Glycemic Index (GI) rating of ingredients in the food. Are they a fad or is there value behind this information? The Glycemic Index assigns a number to foods based on how […]
Did Circovirus Jump Species From Pigs to Dogs?
A new canine virus in Ohio has the veterinary community and dog owners on high alert. More than a dozen cases of what is suspected to be Canine Circovirus have appeared in the past month. Circovirus is normally found in pigs, and had not previously been diagnosed in dogs before two cases appeared in California […]
Does Your Dog Catch Your Yawns?
Is your dog quick to sidle up to you when you’re sad? Have you seen your dog slink away at times when voices get raised during an argument? Anyone who has lived with a dog has seen demonstrations of these and similar behavior in other situations. Some might say they are examples of a dog […]
Why Heartworm Meds May Hurt Herding Dogs
“White feet, do not treat” For pet parents of certain breeds, that saying may be familiar. If not, it most likely is for the veterinarians who care for their dogs. It represents the cautionary guidelines vets often use when deciding whether to prescribe common heartworm medication to certain breeds. A “mutant gene” is responsible for […]
Health Study Raises Canine Castration Conundrum
A Sexy Question of Nip or Not Imagine being faced with a decision which could have dire consequences for the health of your new pet. One choice condemns your pet to suffer significantly increased risk of developing certain cancers, hip dysplasia or other orthopedic problems. The other choice leads to different set of medical problems, […]
Antifreeze No Longer a Sweet Treat for Pets
Most pet owners know chocolate can be deadly to dogs. It’s slightly less well known that antifreeze, or engine coolant, even in small amounts, can be even deadlier. Now there is some good news about this toxic hazard Most antifreeze is made with ethylene glycol, which has an irresistibly sweet taste to many animals. Ingesting […]
What You Need to Know About Parvo
Recent reports from local veterinary emergency clinics are warning of an usual increase in the number of dogs being treated for parvo in recent weeks. Parvo is a particularly dangerous virus that can affect dogs and puppies of all breeds and ages It is acquired by contact with infected feces, and is easily transmitted. Initial […]
Pondering Purines in Protein
The call came in after hours from a family traveling through the Midwest. Could an emergency delivery be made for their dog who had unexpectedly run out of food while being boarded? But not just any food would work here. Some very special conditions had to be met. This was a Dalmatian dog with very […]