Protect your furry friend
Many believe that because cats are finicky eaters they are poisoned less often than dogs. However, with their curiosity and fastidious grooming, intoxication is, unfortunately, not uncommon. Factors such as body size, hiding habits and lack of certain liver enzymes can make them more sensitive to poisoning than dogs. Cats can be poisoned a number […]
Happy Holiday with Pets and Guests
By Animal Behaviorist Diane Anderson It’s the holiday season. A stressful time for most of us as we try to cram as much “Fa La La La La” into our lives as we possibly can. But what about the needs of our pets? Are they still being met? Many people may answer ‘No.’ Our pets […]
Pumpkin Dog Cookies Recipe
1 1/2 C whole wheat flour 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 1 tablespoon Brown sugar 1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon 1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg 4 Tablespoons Crisco 1 Whole Egg 1/2 Cup Buttermilk Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine dry ingredients, cut in shortening. Beat wet ingredients, combine with four mix. Drop by tablespoons onto increased cookie sheet and […]
Vomiting in Cats
Vomiting describes the active expulsion of food from the stomach. Vomiting may be caused by disorders of the stomach but is a clinical sign that can occur with many diseases and problems. It is not a specific disease or diagnosis itself. Cats vomit quite readily and occasional vomiting in an otherwise healthy cat may not […]
Diarrhea in Dogs
What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is the passage of unformed or loose stools, usually in increased volume and/or increased frequency. Diarrhea is not a disease but rather a symptom of many different diseases. Diarrhea associated with minor conditions can often be resolved quickly with simple treatments. However, diarrhea may be the result of serious or life-threatening […]
Shelter Pets Turned Stars
By Animal Behaviorist Diane Anderson Recently Joel Slaven of Joel Slaven’s Professional Animals was honored at the Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando’s Furball, our annual live and silent auction event. This year, we celebrated animal rescue and awarded our first Animal Hero Award to Joel Slaven. Joel Slaven’s company spans the country but is based […]
