Ticks are back in full force. And that means tick-borne illnesses are, as well. The sweltering summer heat and humidity are prime conditions for the little bloodsuckers. And in densely wooded areas and spaces populated by tall grasses – you will never see them coming....
The pollen count has been through the roof in Wisconsin and surrounding states, causing seasonal allergies to run rampant… in people. But pet parents remain curious: are seasonal allergies in dogs and cats possible? One hundred percent. Not only that, but because our...
Did you know that brushing your dog’s teeth is part of keeping them healthy? Routine pet dental care is as important for our four-legged friends as it is for us, AND for largely the same reasons. Without it, tooth decay, chipped or broken teeth, and bad breath are on...
So many dogs and cats consume meals that are out of sync with their biological profile, or what veterinarians refer to as a “species-appropriate diet.” Cats, for instance, were never meant to consume carbs. Carnivores by nature, a cat’s diet historically has been...
For new pet parents of a precocious puppy, the holiday season can be interesting, to say the least. There’s so much to see and do – and eat – that inexperienced dogs may be temporarily bewildered by such festivities. Even older dogs may have momentary indiscretions...
It doesn’t take much to go slightly overboard while having a holly, jolly time. Unfortunately, overindulgence isn’t just a human trait during the holidays. It’s all too easy to make our pets accomplices in our festive snacking. But as bad as overeating is for us –...
