by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
Pet owners occasionally tell veterinarians they are reluctant to use prescription medicine, spot-on flea products, heartworm preventatives, etc, because they would rather use something that is “natural.” They are afraid of chemicals, and would rather use...
by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
Ringworm is not actually caused by a worm, but rather by a fungus that infects the outer layer of skin and hair. It is a zoonotic disease, meaning it can be transmitted from pets to humans, or people to pets. There are numerous species of ringworm. It is most commonly...
by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
Joint problems plague dogs just as commonly as they do humans. That’s why orthopedic care can improve your beloved friend’s quality of life. Common Orthopedic Issues A dog’s joint problems may result from a variety of orthopedic injuries and...
by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
One of the most common complaints from pet owners is that their pets are destructive or disruptive when they are left alone. Dogs may bark, howl, chew, dig, defecate or urinate. Although these behaviors are often a sign that dogs need to be housebroken or crate...
by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
Many pets dislike having their feet touched and their nails trimmed. Owners worry that they may hurt their pets especially if the pet struggles when having their nails cut. This is probably why many owners take their pets to their veterinarians or groomers to have...
by Michelle Scarchilli | Aug 19, 2020 | Keeping Pets Healthy, Newsletter Library
Home dental care for your cat or dog has the same goal as home dental care for yourself, to remove dental plaque. Plaque is the sticky, whitish film with the bad taste and offensive odor that accumulates inside the mouth. Plaque is about 85% bacteria and will...
