For many of us, July 4th is a day celebrated with barbeques, outdoor activities, and fireworks. However, for our pets, this can be a time of heightened anxiety. Many pets suffer from separation anxiety and noise phobias. While this may not bother some pets, in others, it can lead to serious injuries. Signs of anxiety:…
Most of the world’s scorpion species can be found in North America. Scorpions have stingers with needle-like tips that inject poison. Scorpions will sting when they feel threatened. When stinging, they can control how much venom is released. Cats are renowned for their strong instincts to hunt small prey such as insects and scorpions. Cats…
For many of us, being able to get through a busy day begins with a cup of coffee in the morning. Let’s say you’ve just made your usual cup of coffee in the morning and set it down for one moment and suddenly you see your dog taking a drink from it. Should you be…
Coffee is one of the most widely used stimulants around the world. There are approximately one billion coffee drinkers worldwide. So, you might be thinking, “if it’s safe for me, how bad can it be for a dog?” Dogs are naturally curious, and they could be tempted by your morning brew if you’re not keeping…
A dog’s curiosity never ends. Dogs roam around with their noses buried in the ground, sniffing, licking, and munching their way through various items. Unfortunately, their curiosity may lead them into danger, such as eating mushrooms found outside. Mushroom poisoning can be deadly, so here are some things to do if your dog eats a…
