by Clayton Bolinger | Aug 24, 2023 | Canine Behavior, Digestive Health, Dogs, Uncategorized
Roughly 79% of dogs will eat grass at some point in their lives. In fact, it’s so common for dogs to eat grass that it’s a natural characteristic observed in most wild dogs. Two widely held misconceptions are that dogs will eat grass if they have an upset stomach, and...
by Clayton Bolinger | Apr 4, 2023 | Dogs, Immune Health
Once identified, autoimmune diseases should be treated by a veterinarian as they can be life threatening to your dog. Similar to type 1 diabetes in humans, autoimmune diseases in canines occur when their immune system mistakenly attacks normal body tissue due to...by Dustin Olsen | Jul 20, 2021 | & Brain Health, Dogs, Eye, Heart, Top Health Concerns, Video
Canine liver disease is dangerous but can be treated and managed. The liver is a vital organ for your dog as it helps with digestion, blood clotting, and removes toxins from the system. When it malfunctions or becomes diseased, it can make your best friend very sick....by Dustin Olsen | May 22, 2021 | & Brain Health, Cats, Eye, Heart, Top Health Concerns, Video
97% of all feline hyperthyroidism is caused by a non-cancerous tumor in the thyroid gland. Carcinoma of the thyroid gland causes the other 3%. The result of either kind is an increase in the production of thyroid hormone. Clinical signs of hyperthyroidism in cats to...by Dustin Olsen | Feb 16, 2021 | & Brain Health, Cats, Eye, Heart, Top Health Concerns, Video
Genetic diseases are inherited disorders caused by abnormal genes that are passed on from one generation to another. Pedigree cats are especially at risk of developing a genetic disease due to years of selective breeding and inbreeding. Genetically determined diseases...