Traveling Cross-Country With Rover? 3 Dog Care Tips For Your Epic Adventure

Dogs make excellent road trip companions. They never complain, eagerly enjoy your random stops, and love exploring new places. While dogs are fairly low-maintenance traveling buddies, it is important to be extra vigilant regarding their safety. As you make your travel itinerary, keep these dog care tips in mind to avoid having your epic adventure interrupted by a preventable emergency. Prioritize Hydration It may be tempting to skimp on water in an effort to avoid multiple potty breaks. [Read More]

For New Parrot Parents: 5 Tips for Transporting Polly to the Vet

If you are a relatively new parrot owner, you may soon be faced with the challenge of safely transporting your bird to the veterinarian for a routine examination. As with most pets, parrots need wellness exams and routine check ups. Assuming you have already found a qualified avian veterinarian, you'll need the proper transport carrier and a few tried-and-true techniques for safely transporting Polly to and from the vet's office. To minimize the stress to your avian friend and to yourself, follow these simple rules: [Read More]

Teacup Pig Pets And Veterinary Care

There is an illusion promoted by breeders of so-called "teacup pigs" that they small and portable throughout their lifespan. They are just pot bellied pigs whose growth may have been stunted by inadequate feeding or inbreeding in the attempt to produce a true miniature pig.  If you are considering buying a "teacup" pig as a pet in an urban area, you may want to check the facts about pig care first. [Read More]

Surgery Alternatives To Help With Your Aging Dog's Bone And Joint Disease

Face it. Your dog just isn't as nimble as he or she was as a lively 5-year-old. The signs of bone and joint disease can creep up slowly, or you may wake up one day and your furry friend suddenly no longer wants to jump up on his or her favorite spot on the sofa. It can be heartbreaking, but it's a natural part of aging. However, just because it's natural doesn't mean you can't do something to ease your pup's pain and improve quality of life. [Read More]