Having a dog can benefit kids in a lot of ways. Dogs help children develop emotionally, encourage responsibility, and provide comfort and companionship. Research has even shown that youngsters who grow up with pets in their home are less likely…
Most pet parents have heard how important exercise is for their furry companion’s overall health. Exercise helps prevent obesity, keeps pets stimulated to ward off destructive behavior, strengthens bones, and improves circulation. For dogs, it’s easy. From daily walks, to…
Pet parents spend billions annually on furry family members. And, if you are looking to spoil your fur kids, there’s no shortage of fabulous new gadgets and gizmos, interactive toys and games, and droolicious treats. About 900 new products debuted…
As a loving and devoted pet owner, you probably take care in choosing nutritionally complete food and healthy pet treats. So, why do some pets feel the need to snack on grass? The answer isn’t the same for every animal.…
It’s fairly common for dogs to jump up on people when they’re excited. This excitement may be cute as a puppy, but as a dog grows bigger, jumping up can become increasingly frustrating for owners. For this reason, it’s best…
Cats typically reach senior status at around 10 to 12 years old. Although they’re still as lovable as ever, some physical and behavioral changes will likely occur. Senior cats tend to slow down as they age due to joint pain.…
by VetDepot on May 7, 2014 With warm spring weather already here and summer fast approaching, many families are starting to spend more time around the water. Splashing around can be a great way to beat the heat, but…
by VetDepot on May 13, 2014 Just as with people, it’s possible for dogs to experience depression. Oftentimes, canine depression is triggered be a major life change. The death of a human companion or another animal in the home…
by VetDepot on May 16, 2014 If you share your home with a feline companion, there’s a good chance that cat hair has found its way onto your furniture, floors, and clothes. While this is a small price…
The Tiny but Terrible Tick - Infographic Ticks are a small parasite that can pose a big danger to both pets and humans. By latching onto animal and human hosts, ticks can spread harmful diseases including Anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain…