It’s scary to know that canine cancer treatment costs are about the same as human cancer treatment costs. However, there are far fewer drug treatments specially targeted for dogs. Thankfully, the U. S. Food and Drug Administration have announced the approval of three new drugs to help dogs fight cancer. The usual practice for…
Like humans, dogs also produce eye gunk. Dog eye discharge and tear staining (those reddish brown streaks you see running down their eyes) are common problems, especially with certain breeds like Poodles and Malteses. Find out what causes them and how to fix them. What causes tear stains? Excessive tearing of the eyes…
It’s important to know what type of eye injury your dog may have. These are the 9 most commonly seen eye disorders in dogs. Conjunctivitis: One of your dog’s eyes will look red and swollen, and there may be discharge. Image credit: www.dogster.com Dry Eye: Low tear production can cause corneal inflammation, squinting and…
Pre- and Probiotics are mainly used to help improve your dog’s intestinal tract. But it is also useful for alleviating a number of ailments affecting skin, eyes, or nose. Flaxseed/ Fish/salmon oils are important sources of omega-3 fatty acids and are vital to a dog’s immune and nervous system. They aid in battling allergies…
By Charmaine Ng It’s always sunny in Singapore, and while we have the luxury to escape into an air-conditioned room and cool off on ice creams, some of our dogs may not be as lucky. Here are some ways to help them beat the heat! Keep them indoors, or under shelter. Pets cool off…
Puppies and kittens, with their immature immune systems, might be exceptionally vulnerable to illness, as they are constantly exposed to good and bad bacteria, viruses and fungi. To help boost and bolster your pet’s immune system in his or her formative years, we offer these two supplements among many others. All Pet Purrfection Pediatric…
Dogs may vomit for a variety of reasons – such as ingesting something that disagrees with his or her tummy, or perhaps gobbling his or her food too quickly. But owners should also be aware that vomiting may also indicate something far more serious – Fido may have swallowed a toxic substance, or be suffering…
5 common mistakes pet owners make Even pet owners with the best intentions can make serious mistakes when it comes to their dog’s wellbeing. These are the top 5 mistakes that veterinarians have encountered, and how you can avoid them. Not Going for Annual Check-ups Most owner seem to think that giving their dogs their…
We all want our dogs to live a long and healthy life, but are we doing enough to help them achieve this? Here are 5 tips you can adhere to help your dog attain longevity. Put him on a diet An overweight or obese dog is much more likely to develop health problems, so keeping…
