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What happens to aging or ill pets that are homeless and are not readily adoptable? The answer is often times unsettling. However, a local organization is going above and beyond for the lost or unwanted pets of Reno and its surrounding area.
Sugarland Ranch is a community based, non-profit organization located in the [...]
1. Bone & Joints: As pets age, they may begin to experience difficulties producing the critical nutrients necessary to maintain active and healthy joints. Over time, if these deficiencies go unnoticed or untreated, they can lead to Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD). DJD is a progressive deterioration of the joint, affecting the synovial fluid and the [...]
Although we may not like to think of it, aging is part of life, and all of our pets will eventually succumb to it. Because a pet’s life span is so much shorter than yours, an animal can seem like it is aging right before our eyes. The adjacent table will help you determine whether [...]
Dogs drool, cats rule – but both need to eliminate at some point in time. As neat and composed as cats appear, they’re not that much different from dogs. Potty training is important and should start early with lessons and appropriate products to have a pet that is well adjusted and responsive.
Lessons teach your animal [...]
Sometimes pet owners wonder about the costs of providing quality veterinary care for their pets. Why is veterinary care for my pet(s) so expensive these days? Sometimes it seems we spend more on our pet’s health care than on our own.
The cost of veterinary care has actually risen very little during the last 20 to [...]
Your neighbors have complained a number of times and it’s gotten to the point where you need to find a solution. Why is my dog barking so much? Barking is a perfectly natural behavior in dogs but to a certain extent. There may be reasons behind why your dog is looking for attention. We have [...]
Be Prepared
Call before you leave to make sure your hotel accepts pets. Check restrictions or fees.
Vaccinations may be required when traveling.
Plan your mode of transportation in advance.
Avoid crowds; it may make your pet nervous or skittish.
Use a leash to prevent losing your pet.
Have an identification tag and a current photo if your pet.
Have your vet [...]
Just like your own skin, your pet’s skin is an organ with a very important job. It prevents dirt, bacteria, fungi, mites and chemicals from invading your pet’s body. This is why it should be protected and maintained.
What Does Skin Do?
There are three layers that make up skin. The top layer is the Epidermis. It [...]
What Is Aflatoxin?
Aflatoxin is a naturally occurring toxic chemical by-product from the growth of the fungus Aspergillus flavus on corn and other crops. It can cause severe liver damage in pets, which can lead to fatality. Dog food made with affected crops can transmit Aflatoxin to your pets. If your pet shows any of these [...]
Does your pooch bury his head into your side every time it thunders out? Does he dive under the bed whenever rain starts to fall? From your point of view, this may seem like cute and endearing behavior but it’s a sign that your dog is terrified of storms. Some owners are willing to simply [...]
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It’s always sad to see a flyer stapled to a signpost or on a bulletin board at the grocery store with a picture of a lost pet. You imagine a child waiting for the phone to ring, hoping that some kind person happens to find his kitty and see his flyer. Sadly, once a [...]
It is commonly thought that there are no fleas in northern Nevada. While there are very few problems with fleas associated with dogs and cats, there definitely are flea species found locally. Specifically, Washoe County has flea species hosted by ground burrowing rodents. Plague, which is transmitted primarily via the bite of infected fleas, is [...]
