In the summer of 2018, reports surfaced regarding an association between Boutique/Exotic/Grain-Free (BEG) diets for pets and a potentially fatal heart disease called dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). DCM can be ...
Category: All About Pets
Top Household Hazards For Cats
Your cat is curious, sticking his nose into ran- dome spaces and places. Exploring may expose him to some not so obvious dangers in your home. It ...
Feline Diabetes
Sometimes a cat is genetically predisposed to feline diabetes; however, one of the causes of diabetes in cats is the same as the cause in humans, obesity. Eating ...
Things To Leave For Pet Sitter Caring For Your 4 Footed Ones
We wish we could always bring our dogs with us when we have to go away, but sometimes that’s just not possible. Hiring a pet sitter to come and ...
Cats Are Special Furry Ones Too!
By: Michele Patanio, Animal Paws Pet Sitting LLC 908-963-0311 animalpaws.net CRAZY FOR CATNIP The fragrant herb from the mint family. The plants buds contain an essential oil called ...
HOT WEATHER TIP
By Michele Patanio We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but being over-eager in hot weather can spell trouble. Even the ...
PET’S HEALTH: Cats
By Michele Patanio CAT PLAY - Often involves pretend- hunting. It’s a way to keep her mind sharp and her body healthy, as well as building a bond ...
PETS’ CORNER “Food” For Thought
I recently switched our 2 dogs and 2 cats to Transparent Nutrition®. Not only do they love the food, I, as a veterinarian, love the idea that I ...
PETS’ HEALTH: Diarrhea in Dogs
Diarrhea is characterized by frequent loose or liquid bowel movements. It can be caused by something as simple as a change in diet or a more serious illness or ...
PETS’ CORNER: Dear Santa, A New Puppy or Kitten?
The holiday season is just around the corner. Before you put a puppy or kitten on Santa’s list, make sure your family does some homework to prepare ...