If you have a dog that is starting to get up in years, it likely needs some special care. Senior dogs are wonderful companions to have, but they do require special nutrition and help from their owners. Here are some tips for taking good care of your dog during its last years. Keep the Dog on a Strict Diet Your dog needs to be fed only nutritious food. Even if you used to feed it some table scraps, you should stop doing this when it ages.…
Read More »A good bedside manner is an essential trait for any doctor. But what about a vet? A vet has to deliver a precise professional service to a patient who will really have no idea what is going on. No matter how calm and kind your vet might be, it’s common for dogs to be wary or even afraid when it comes time to visit the clinic. This is an entirely reasonable response, but it’s up to you to make sure that your dog is as calm as possible.…
Read More »Watery eyes may not sound serious, but the condition can be an indicator of an underlying health problem affecting your cat. An overproduction of tears can usually be treated once the cause is established, but can leave your cat in unnecessary discomfort if left untreated. Here’s what you need to know about watery eyes in cats: Causes Watery eyes can be caused by the following: The eyelashes or eyelids turning in Sinusitis, which can cause inflammation and prevent your cat’s tears from draining efficiently Trauma or a foreign body in the eye such as a small stone or parasite Eye tumour Conjunctivitis, which may be caused by a bacterial or viral infection Symptoms…
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