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Is Your Pet Chipped?

May 16, 2012

(LIFE WITH PETS) Pet microchipping has come a long way since it originated nearly 2 decades ago. Pet chipping companies like HomeAgain now alert you when pets in your area go missing, and even come with an iPhone app that will let you upload pictures of your lost pet. Every year approximately 10 million pets are euthanized because their guardians are unable to find them, and pet microchipping companies have been able to reunite over a million pets with their families. Read on for more on the incredible advancement of chipping and how it could save your pet’s life. — Global Animal  

Mange May Be Cause Of That Doggy Itch

May 3, 2012

(PET CARE) Have you noticed your dog itching more than usual? Has your pup developed hair loss in certain areas? These could be signs of mange, a skin disease caused by parasitic mites. Ciara Black is a Global Animal contributor from the Dog Help Network, a resource for dog health related websites. Read on for symptoms of canine mange, and how to treat it. — Global Animal

Is Your Dog Having Seizures?

April 28, 2012

(PET CARE) Many pet guardians misdiagnose a dangerous seizure as simple canine idiosyncrasy, like pacing or whining, because they don’t understand how seizures affect animals and how to spot them. When your dog can’t tell you he needs a visit to the doctor, you have to be the one who knows when things are wrong. Being diligent and educated about your pet’s health is just as important as those trips to the dog park. Ciara Black is a Global Animal contributor from the Dog Help Network, a resource for dog health related websites. Read on to learn about how seizures affect dogs, and what you can do to help. — Global Animal

How Safe Is Your Groomer?

April 19, 2012

(PET CARE) Thousands of pets are brought to groomers for baths, nail clippings, and fur trims. Rita, an English Bulldog, died last year after apparently being strangled during a grooming session at PetSmart. Read on for Rita’s unfortunate case, and the importance of choosing your groomer wisely. — Global Animal

Why Does My Dog Circle Before Lying Down?

April 7, 2012

(ANIMAL BEHAVIOR) Does your dog walk in a circle before he/she lays down? Experts claim the bizarrely cute ritual is most likely a habit residing from the days our dogs’ ancestors lived out in the wild. Circling around a spot is a way for dogs to subconsciously stamp down grass and leaves in order to create a level surface to sleep on, like a nest.  Read on to learn more about your dog’s behavior and when circling could be cause for concern. — Global Animal

Spring Is In The Air, So Are Ticks

April 7, 2012

(DOG HEALTH) Ready to have an active spring with your pup? While the weather will hopefully be beautiful for long walks on the beach, remember to keep your dog free of ticks. Read on to become aware of the symptoms of Lyme disease and how to keep your dog healthy. — Global Animal

Pudgy Pets Shed Pounds In U.K.

April 5, 2012

(OBESE PETS) An annual British weight-loss competition for overweight pets, the Pet Fit Club, is reminding pet guardians that it’s never too late to make positive changes to a pet’s diet and lifestyle. The contest, held by the U.K. veterinary charity PDSA, provides pets with specifically tailored diets and exercise programs and includes 18 finalists who share a combined excess weight of 336 pounds. Read on to learn more about this slimming competition as these supersized pets undergo major health transformations. — Global Animal

Easter Bunnies: Stick To The Candy Version

April 5, 2012

(EASTER BUNNIES) Rabbits bought as Easter gifts cause problems for animal shelters across the nation. After dogs and cats, they are most often surrendered to shelters especially after this spring holiday. Bunnies can live up to ten years, need veterinary care, fresh vegetables, and toys. Many people are not aware rabbits require as much care and commitment as any other pet and will drop the bunnies off at a shelter, or worse, release them into the wild. Read on for more on this issue and how to responsibly bring a rabbit into your family. — Global Animal 

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