As our pets age, their needs change, and they may require extra care to maintain their health and happiness. While it’s natural for senior pets to slow down, there are […]
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Understanding and Managing Late-Stage Arthritis in Pets
As our beloved pets age, many of them begin to suffer from arthritis, a common condition that can significantly impact their quality of life. Late-stage arthritis can be particularly challenging, […]
Blindness and Deafness in Senior Dogs
As dogs age, much like humans, dogs can start to lose their sight and hearing capabilities. In fact, almost all dogs in their elder years will have these symptoms, whether […]
Talking to Children About Pet Loss
Telling a child about the loss of a pet is no easy task. When that time does come in your life, though, it’s vital to approach those formative conversations wisely […]
Caring for Senior Pets: A Guide to Providing Comfort and Quality of Life
As our loyal feline and canine companions age, their needs change, and they require extra care and attention to ensure they enjoy their golden years to the fullest. Just like […]
Understanding Feline Heart Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
Feline heart disease, also known as cardiomyopathy, is a serious and often silent condition that affects cats of all ages and breeds. While our feline companions may not show symptoms […]
Understanding Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs: A Heart Breaking Battle
Dogs are often described as man’s best friend, and it’s no wonder why. Their loyalty, companionship, and unconditional love enrich our lives in countless ways. However, like humans, our beloved […]
Treating Pain Is Often Overlooked and Underdone
Modern Veterinary Medicine Has Made Great Advances in Pain Control – WHY Has it Not Found its Way to Most Clinics? As a chronic severe pain patient, myself, I have […]
How to Assess Respiratory Rate
Does your pet seem to be breathing more rapid at home and with increased effort? An easy way to assess for normal respiratory rates at home is by counting the […]
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in Dogs
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in Dogs (CDS) Cognitive dysfunction syndrome is a condition related to the aging of a dog’s brain, which ultimately leads to changes in awareness, deficits in learning […]
Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome in Cats
As they age, cats often suffer a decline in functioning, including their cognitive functioning, which ultimately leads to changes in awareness, deficit in learning and memory, and decreased responsiveness to […]
The Covenant of Compassion
On the surface, the decision to put your ailing pet to sleep seems like it would be simple. I’ve heard it discussed by pet lovers and even veterinary professionals using […]