Thunder and lightning and wind, oh my! Astrophobia or “thunder phobia” can affect both humans and animals. For most dog parents, we don’t know what part of a thunderstorm causes their fear and anxiety. For some, it could be a change in their daily routine, maybe not going outside at the “normal time” or not […]
Are Tennis Balls Dangerous For Your Dog?
The short answer to that is… maybe! One thing to remember is that when our dogs happily chew on tennis balls, their jaws are more than capable of compressing the ball. If that compressed ball pops open in the back of your dog’s throat, it can cut off your pup’s air supply. Furthermore, some dogs […]
Caffeine Poisoning in Pets: What You Need to Know
(Co-Written by Renee Jones-Lewis and Lauren Murphree) Happy Fall Y’all! The weather is cooling and people are warming up with Pumpkin Spice Lattes. While it might be tempting to share the last sip with your furry friend, it’s a better idea to skip any beverages and food with caffeine in them. Although we enjoy these […]
Solar Eclipse: Fun Facts and Animal Safety
For a little while on August 21st, 2017, the United States will go dark. A total solar eclipse, a one of a kind historic event, will stretch from coast to coast. Interesting, right? Research suggests humans won’t be the only ones reacting to the stirring events transpiring in the sky. So wherever you are in the world […]
The Cause of Hairballs and How to Avoid Them!
If you have a cat, you probably think everything they do is cute, even those painful scratches and “love bites”. The cutest thing that my cat does is groom himself. It reminds me of how cute he looked when he would groom himself as a kitten. He would close his eyes, make a little fist […]