Seth,
In one of Foster & Smith’s catalogs (a vendor with a discount through Pet Assure!), they mention food that should not be fed to a parrot. One of the items on their list was onions. My parrot loves grilled and roasted onions and doesn’t seem to have suffered any ill effects from eating them. Can you please share why onions should not be fed to a parrot?
Patty
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What is diarrhea?
Diarrhea is the rapid movement of ingested material through the intestine, resulting in one or more of the following: increased frequency of bowel movements, loose stools, or increased amount of stool.
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With the abundance of animal treats appearing on store shelves, purchasing can be a daunting task. We are going to explore the differences between these two different approaches and the benefits of each.
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A dog uses his mouth for many things. Among these uses would be to eat, to communicate with humans and other animals, to gnaw, crush, and grind things. A dog also uses its mouth to carry food and objects from one place to another. Needless to say, the mouth has a very significant function in your dog’s life. When you notice that your dog has bad breath, it could be a sign of a health problem that needs to be addressed right away.
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Diabetes in dogs is becoming more of an issue than most people think. Because of the increasing incidence of this, there are a few things that you need to monitor your dog for to know whether or not he might have canine diabetes. These symptoms aren’t specific only to diabetes, but may also signal some other health issues that may need your attention. As always, when in doubt, visit your veterinarian to get a thorough exam.
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Seth,
I have a six year old female Cairn Terrier that is a little overweight. I would like her to lose 2 lbs. I feed her Wellness Healthy Weight, only one cup per day and add a cube of freezer dried liver that I shave to mix in. The only treat she gets is two or three small pieces of freezer dried chicken. I do take her for three good walks each day. What else do you suggest? Frances
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If a disaster strikes, are you prepared? Disasters can happen anywhere at any time. The public doesn’t usually get a lot of notice before a disaster strikes, so you must be prepared in advance and know what to do quickly if there is an emergency. One thing people often forget when preparing for an emergency or disaster is their family pet. A cat owner or a dog owner, one pet or multiple pets, this list should help you get an idea of just how prepared you are and point you in the right direction if you are not. Prepare NOW so you don`t have to worry later!
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Most cats enjoy being in high places. Whether it’s a high shelf, a window perch or the top of the refrigerator, your cat may feel more comfortable in the upper half of the room where he can keep an eye on the world around and below him with greater confidence.
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Many birds become very unhappy rather quickly due to the boredom of sitting in an empty cage. Birds have very active minds and strong beaks which they need to work out in order to help keep them occupied and happy. Boredom is one of the main reasons why many birds become pluckers and pull out their own feathers. This is why it is important to choose the right toys for your new pet bird.
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Your veterinarian is an important partner in caring for your pets. Regular visits to the vet for checkups allow both you and your vet to spot any problems before they become serious. Sometimes, small changes that you have not noticed, but are serious, can be very obvious to the vet. By spotting these small changes early, these changes can be eradicated before the problems become too serious to solve.
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