Month: June 2022

What if my dog has asthma?      We all want our furry friends to be in the best health, and sometimes that means we must use medications to keep them in the best shape, such as a dog inhaler for asthma. Inhalers are quite beneficial to pets but need to be administered correctly. Overexposure…

 How to help your dog when they eat gum  A dog’s breath can be smelly at times, but chewing gum is not the way to fix that. Our beloved pets can be very curious and get into things that they are not supposed to. This could include things like trash, cleaning products, food, and gum….

We all know dogs are compassionate, loving, and gentle. When they beg for treats it can be hard not to share! However, we must remember that while chocolate is the perfect sweet treat to share with our human friends, it can make our dogs very sick. Even though chocolate consumption is seldom lethal, it can…

Xylitol is one of the most used sugar substitutes. It is a naturally occurring chemical and is present in berries, plums, maize, oats, mushrooms, lettuce, trees, and certain other foods.  As a sugar alternative, it has a low glycemic index, less calories, and ability to reduce dental plaque buildup. Yet consumption of Xylitol can lead…

It can be tempting to share snacks with our pups, especially when they are begging for a bite! Macadamia nuts are a healthy and delicious snack, and they make the perfect addition to a batch of cookies.  While you are baking you might be wondering, are macadamia nuts safe for dogs?     Unfortunately, the answer…