Unleashing the Potential of CBD: How it Helps Your Pet Thrive CBD has emerged as a promising plant-based holistic and natural option to treat many ailments in pets. Let’s explore some of its most common uses. Understanding CBD and its Potential Benefits for Pets Cannabidiol (CBD) is the non-psychoactive portion of the hemp plant, which…
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Senior dogs are susceptible to various health issues as they age, with arthritis being one of the most common and debilitating conditions. Arthritis in older dogs can significantly impact their quality of life, causing joint pain, stiffness, and decreased mobility. Understanding the condition and exploring effective treatment options such as CBD oil is crucial for…
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Please consider getting pet insurance for your pets. It will literally save their life in case of an emergency. To compare top pet insurance quotes and coverage all in one place – visit https://www.pawlicy.com/ This was reposted with permission from CTVSEH. PetInsurance411
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Chocolate: A Sweet Treat with Hidden Risks Chocolate, a quintessential Valentine’s Day gift, may bring joy to humans but it can be lethal for our pets. Theobromine and caffeine, both stimulants present in chocolate are very toxic to dogs and cats. Dark chocolate and cocoa powder contain high levels, leading to symptoms ranging…
Read Morex Edible perils for pets include deviating from their prescription diets; eating fatty foods such as gravy, poultry skin and butter; snacking on toxic (to pets) items such as chocolate, raisins, grapes, onions, and garlic; and imbibing in unsafe beverages like diet sodas, energy drinks, and alcohol of any kind. Non-edible perils for pets…
Read MoreLady Bird Lake – Algae ALERT Information provided by Austintexas.gov A harmful algae bloom occurs when cyanobacteria, also called blue-green algae, produce toxins. Lady Bird Lake experienced a harmful algae bloom in 2019, which sickened and killed several dogs. It’s possible another one may occur in 2020. Current Status July 1, 2020 – Risk is increased based on typical summer conditions.…
Read MoreThis article is repost courtesy of Veterinarypartner.com :Kidney Failure, Chronic Renal Failure, Renal Insufficiency and Insufficient Kidney Function All of these terms mean the same thing: the kidneys can’t keep up with their daily work. In the past, kidney failure was the predominant term but as these words conjure up images of on-going sickness, expensive hospitalization,…
Read MoreMany cat owners are unable to recognize the signs of pain in their cat . It simply does not occur to many cat owners that cats develop arthritis ( OA or osteoarthritis ) at the same rate as dogs because cats do not usually show the lameness and limping that is so visible in dogs…
Read MoreSigns of Pain in Dogs that owners can recognize at home : Limping after exercise Lagging behind on walks Slow to rise Difficulty jumping or climbing on/off furniture and getting in/out of cars Feeling stiff Difficulty or refusal to use stairs Behavioral changes : pacing , panting , whimpering, whining ,yelping, growling , shaking, howling…
Read MoreArthritis /OA , also known as osteoarthritis (OA) or degenerative joint disease ( DJD ) ,is a degenerative , progressive, and irreversible condition of the joints . It is characterized by progressive loss of joint cartilage , bony spur growth and the thickening and scarring of connective tissue around the joint and pain . Over…
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