PET WELLNESS

by SPCA International Staff
Dogs can make wonderful travel companions. Many dogs will be quick to jump in the car and stick their head out the open window, but taking your dog with you is not always a good idea. The summer heat can quickly cause a car ride to become a deadly outing.

by PetMD.com experts
Does your cat have enough earwax to contribute to Madame Tussauds museum? Have no fear. Here are some tips to clean those funky, smelly ears.

What should I feed my cat?
by PetMD.com
What you feed your cat will have a great impact on its life, health, and ability to thrive. Not all cat food is created equal, so what should you look for in kitty cuisine?

by Shawn Messonnier DVM

Aromatherapy uses volatile oils to achieve a physical or psychological response. Fragrant oils and spices have been used medically for thousands of years in the Middle East.

By Shawn Messonnier DVM

Antibiotics are often used in the treatment of various feline diseases. Due to over-use of antibiotics, bacteria can develop resistance to frequently used antibiotics; as a result, antibiotics become less effective over time, and may even become ineffective.

by Shawn Messonnier, DVM
A simple step-by-step plan to help your pet get healthy this year. Take it slow and easy, go step-by-step, don’t get overwhelmed, and by this time next year you’ll have taken several small but important steps to improve your pet’s health.

By Shawn Messonnier DVM
Fatty acids are among the most commonly used nutritional supplements used in treating dogs and cats. Fortunately, they have been used successfully long enough that most conventional veterinarians include their usage in the treatment of at least some diseases.

By Shawn Messonnier DVM
In 1978, a gentle touch technique that uses small, circular hand movements was created to help improve animal behavior problems. The technique has shown effectiveness when used on people and a variety of animals.