Pawrenting Tips

We all know dogs are the best thing in the world, but nothing is ever perfect is it? You know what’s the one bad thing about dogs? They don’t live all that long compared to us.

Like it or not (and we DON’T), dogs grow old, just like us, and they age fast. Depending on your dog’s size and breed, a senior dog can be defined as anything between 6 years and 10 years.

A lot of effort needs to go into caring for your senior dog. As they age, there's a need to be a little more gentle, and it can be a lot of work figuring out what they need because of their age.

With some tweaks to your lifestyle and some extra-special-TLC, senior dogs can live several happy, healthy years more and continue to be a vital part of your life. In this blog post, we’ll look at the common issues faced by senior dogs and how you, as their parent, can help your beloved pooch enjoy their golden years.

Gosh, when your pet sneezes, it is one of the most adorable things in the world. However, just like humans, it is a sign that something is not altogether right with your beloved pet!

As anyone who has ever owned a pet knows, our furry friends are susceptible to many of the same illnesses that afflict humans. And while it's relatively rare for dogs and cats to catch the flu from their owners, they can contract many viruses from other animals.

Try as we might, we cannot protect and shelter them all the time, so when they go for a walk or a romp in the park, there are many other canine buddies to catch a doggy cold from. And if your cat is a roaming one, the feline flu bug likely came from another one of its pals living in the neighborhood.

While there is no cure for the flu, early diagnosis and treatment can help to alleviate symptoms and prevent serious complications. So if you think your pet may be sick, don't hesitate to give your vet a call just to be safe.