I just learned that April is pet first aid awareness month. I started to think about what I could do be prepared if one of our fur kids needed some basic first aid. I took a look in our first aid kit and quickly saw that it came up short. Everyone who owns a pet should have a first aid kit specifically for their pet. Now is the time to get it ready, before there is an emergency. Some suggest having one for home and one for traveling. One of the best places to store it would be with your human family’s kit....
I have decided I need to start actually reading book, off I went to the local bookstore and found a few to start with. 1. Rescuing Sprite by Mark R. Levin – A memoir of a Spaniel-mix adopted by the Levin family. 2. Homer’s Odyssey by Gwen Cooper – The life story of Homer the cat, the eyeless cat. 3. Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris – A collection of animal based fables / stories. Non-Animal Related 4. Mommy Millionaire by Kim Lavine – How she turned her kitchen table idea into a million dollars. Something I was told I need to read. 5. Eureka! by Marlene Wagman-Gellar – The stories behind the ideas that shaped the world. 6. Walt Disney an American Original by Bob Thomas – The biography...
You know that it is bound to happen sooner or later, your doggie kid will get an upset stomach. It usually only last for a short amount of time, but as parents you want to help ease their tummy. Here are 5 easy tips Fast your dog. Remove their food bowl and limit their access to food. Let their stomach settle. This does not mean starve, but if the are vomiting everything you give them, give them a chance to rest. If they can not hold any food past 12 hours, consult your veterinarian. Try some plain boiled rice and chicken, no spices...
Cancer is the leading cause of death in cats and dogs. Early detection and treatment can increase their chance for survival. Ten possible warning signs include: Lumps and Bumps – Not every lump is cancerous. It you notice a lump consult with your veterinarian. Monitor it for changes in size and color, you and your veterinarian can determine if a biopsy should be performed. Abnormal Odors – Certain cancers, such as mouth, nose, and colon can produce foul and unusual odors. Abnormal Discharges – Blood, pus,and prolonged vomit or diarrhea need to be check out by your veterinarian. Wounds that Don’t Heal – Any wound that will not heal...
