How Dog Flu Spreads This illness is most common among dogs in kennels, shelters, and other environments with multiple dogs present. However, any dog who has not received the parainfluenza vaccine is at risk of picking it up. An uninfected dog can acquire the virus...
Although summer is winding down in Minnesota, August is typically the hottest month of the year. Unfortunately, many dog owners fail to realize that the temperature of asphalt often exceeds 100 degrees and can cause serious injuries to uncovered paws. Your...
Feline calicivirus is a common upper respiratory infection that can spread quickly among cats in close quarters and those who haven't received a vaccination against it. Since it's much more common in very young kittens, you need to use extra precaution...
Colleen Paige, a well-known animal activist, created National Mutt Day in 2005. She is also the person behind such campaigns as National Puppy Day, National Cat Day, and numerous others related to the well-being of pets. National Mutt Day now takes place...
It might seem hard to believe that a pet can start a house fire, but it happens approximately 1,000 times a year in the United States. A curious cat can knock over a burning candle or an excited dog can accidentally bump a burner when jumping up on the...
Sharing your home and life with a pet can be immensely rewarding. It’s also a lot of responsibility. Sadly, many dogs and cats are surrendered to animal shelters or just dropped somewhere to fend for themselves because people underestimate...
