How to help your dog lose weight in the winter
Learn ways to keep your pet active (or help your dog lose weight), even when the weather is cold.
How to give a cat a pill
Learn how to give a cat a pill, including which approach best suits your cat, and some tips and tricks for making giving your cat a pill a little bit easier.
Caring for your old horse’s teeth
Routine equine dental exams are the best way to care for your old horse’s teeth and prevent periodontal disease.
Why is chocolate bad for dogs?
Chocolate is bad for dogs because it contains caffeine and theobromine. If a dog eats chocolate, it can cause vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, seizures, panting, weakness, and increased heart rate.
Do horses get allergies?
Just like humans, cats, and dogs, horses can also suffer from allergies. Allergic reactions can occur in response to insects, medications, food, and environmental factors. An allergic reaction can look like a breakout of hives, rashes, itching, and/or hair loss. If your horse is allergic to something that was inhaled, your horse may start coughing, […]
Fall vaccines and deworming
Fall is a good time to add equine vaccination and deworming to your to-do list. Our Equine Field Service’s equine vaccination guidelines can help horse owners determine which vaccination schedule is right for their horse. Core horse vaccines Ideally, all horses in a herd should be on the same vaccination and deworming schedule. This helps […]
Vesicular stomatitis in horses
Vesicular stomatitis is a viral infection that can cause disease in a broad range of animals, primarily horses, cattle, and pigs.
How to brush your dog’s teeth
A step-by-step guide with photos and tips on how to brush your dog’s teeth.
Infectious Laryngotracheitis Virus
Infectious laryngotracheitis virus is a contagious respiratory disease that is characterized by gasping, neck extension (in an effort to improve breathing), and conjunctivitis (inflammation of the membrane around the eye).
Marek’s disease
Marek’s disease is a common disease of backyard chickens that is caused by a herpesvirus.
Foaling guide
Our foaling guide details how to foal out your mare at home: foaling supplies, signs of foaling, labor and delivery, and post-partum care.
Pregnancy and whelping for dogs
During pregnancy What should I feed my pregnant dog? First four weeks of pregnancy Feed as per normal: you do not want to let your bitch get overweight, as this will compromise her whelping. We recommend high-quality, commercial dry dog food, either a performance or gestational diet that meets all her nutritional requirements. General guidelines […]
How to prepare your pet for a low-stress vet visit
When a person is in a stressful situation, anxiety can manifest itself a lot of different ways: shaking, pacing, fidgeting, blushing – the list goes on. Similarly, animals also exhibit signs of stress, but they often vary from human behaviors. When exposed to a potentially anxiety-inducing situation – like a visit to the veterinarian – […]
Cold safety tips to prevent pupsicles and chilly kitties this winter
If your pet needs to make a trip outside for work, potty, or play, do what you can to limit their time outdoors in the extreme cold. Also take into consideration your dog’s breed, typical environment, and other environmental factors.
Artificial insemination with canine semen
Many factors contribute to the likelihood of pregnancy when using artificial insemination, including type of semen, semen quality and quantity, age and fertility of both the stud dog and bitch, site of semen deposition, and time of insemination.