Category: Pet Habits
Do Dogs Dream?
Many dog owner’s have noticed their beloved pet twitching and softly vocalizing in their sleep. Does this mean that dog’s dream? The answer is yes, dogs do have dreams, sometimes, apparently, they have very active dreams. In order to understand dreaming, lets first develop a better understanding of sleep cycles in dogs. Dogs experience two stages of sleep. One is...Read More
Overstimulation in Cats
Ever wonder why your sweet, nice kitty will seemingly out of nowhere lash out at you or bite you during play or petting? This is a phenomenon called overstimulation, and is pretty unique to cats. It’s not fully understood why cats become overstimulated, but each cat will display subtle warning signs that it’s time to stop whatever you’re doing.
Do I need to clean my dog’s ears?- Memphis Area Pet Health
Do I need to clean my dog’s ears? Many dogs rarely, if ever, have their ears cleaned out. And this can be okay. However, there are some reasons in which you should make ear cleaning a routine part of your dog’s maintenance care. You should always incorporate ear cleaning just before or after a bath. Commercial ear cleaners have drying...Read More
Let’s dig into heartworms!
What are heartworms? Simply put, heartworms are THE ENEMY! Heartworms are nematode worms that live in an animal’s circulatory system and can cause serious illness and even death. This disease is primarily a canine issue, but cats can also be affected. House pets are not the only carriers, either. Wolves, coyotes, and foxes can also carry this disease and serve...Read More
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Veterinary Technicians: So Much More Than Nurses
Have you ever wondered,”What does it take to be a veterinary technician?” Have you ever thought it would be fun to play with puppies and kittens all day? Well, that’s what a lot of people think that we do in veterinary offices, but that is far from the truth. Yes, we do get to see puppies and kittens and trust us,...Read More
FAQ #7: Why do cats purr?
Purring is most often thought of as a soft vibration coming from a happy, content cat. Some cats have a very loud purr, and sometimes they have a quiet purr that is difficult to hear. You’ll most likely hear a cat purring when they’re sitting in their favorite person’s lap, getting their head scratched, or in the middle of playing...Read More
Dental Care for Cats
It may seem kind of far fetched, but cats need dental care just like humans do. You have probably noticed that their mouth starts to smell when they go without. Bad oral health can lead to many medical issues. Luckily, those issues can be prevented with regular dental care and veterinary check ups.
Houseplants and Your Pets – Memphis Area Pet Health
Houseplants are a great addition to any home. They are decorative, and improve air quality in your home by releasing oxygen and absorbing carbon dioxide, humidify the air, and help remove toxins from the air. However, there are MANY that can be toxic to your pet! Signs of plant poisonings can range from mild GI upset to death. Therefore, it...Read More
Does My Dog/Cat Really Need An X-ray?- Memphis Area Pet Health
All veterinarians have heard the saying, “It’s just a dog. Why do they need dental work?” The truth of the matter is that dental disease in our pets can not only cause serious pain and loss of appetite, but it can also lead to long term health problems such as heart and kidney disease. Surprisingly, 80% of dogs and cats...Read More
My Pet is Overweight- What do I do?
So, you think your pet is overweight. Or you’re not sure if your dog is fat, but you worry there’s a little to much jiggle when Rover comes a’running toward the food bowl. Just like in people, weight is only a number.
