We never like to see our best friend down and out with an upset stomach. It’s even worse when it’s our four-legged friend that can’t tell us they don’t feel well, but are showing the classic signs: lack of appetite, not drinking enough water, acting depressed, increased fatigue, licking their lips or biting or gulping […]
Category: Stress
Be Proactive When It Comes to Canine Acid Reflux
Many of us have experienced heartburn. Perhaps after overindulging at a family holiday potluck or eating way too many of Aunt Janet’s famous spicy meatballs. You are experiencing acid reflux, and, often, your next step might be reaching for the antacids. Fortunately, we can identify and treat our own discomfort. However, our four-legged canine friends […]
Trick or Treat: Choose your Dog’s Supplement Wisely
Man’s best friend deserves only the best care. As humans, you don’t skimp on your daily supplements, so you probably don’t want to skimp on your dogs’ either. But how do you choose? Walk through any pet store or down the pet aisles at any retailer and you are bombarded with a plethora of options […]
Animal Enthusiast is Grateful for Products that Brought Happiness back to her Canine Companion
An avid animal lover who owns horses, dogs and cats, Maddy Byrd has a special bond with her 12-year-old yellow lab, Chevy. She claims he was there during some of her gloomiest days – losing her horse and – and during stressful times – operating a fulltime pet setting business. And now she is determined […]
A to Z Vet Supply is an Innovator in E-Commerce
Online shopping; some say it is a double-edged sword, but it is here to stay. It is an efficient way to purchase the supplies a person needs and wants without fighting crowds and pushy salespeople. Others contend that it takes away from local businesses. However, one BioZyme® dealer, who is an innovator in e-commerce, has […]
How to Keep your Pets Safe in the Summer Heat
Dog might be man (and woman’s) best friend, but the excessive heat is nobody’s friend. With heat indexes into the triple digits, it is important to make sure your four-legged friends with built-in fur coats stay safe from heat stress and heatstroke this summer. We offer a few suggestions to be proactive in keeping your […]
7 Common Stressors for Your Dog This Summer
Have you ever thought about how stressful summer activities can be for your pets? Here are seven common stressors to watch for this summer, and how you can help avoid them. Heat Stress. Naturally, dogs are most active first thing in the morning and again in the evening, then they tend to sleep during the day-time […]
Fast Facts About Fireworks for the Anxious Animals
Fireworks! While they are enjoyable for us humans, they can be an enormous stressor for our animals. According to the American Humane Association, July 5th is the most active day of the year for animal shelters. Without proper prevention, dogs can end up in a state of panic causing them to get lost, injured, or […]