Humans have had special relationships with animals since ancient times. Dogs, cats and many other species have been by our sides during good and bad, work and play. For people with emotional or mental health issues, these bonds can be even stronger. The purpose of an authorized emotional support animal (ESA) is to provide that
Winter months can be long and brutal with dangerous temperatures and potential hazards, here are a few simple ways to ensure our beloved furry family members stay safe. While keeping your pet inside in extreme cold conditions is always a good idea, when taking your dog for a walk in the winter there are a
Urinating or defecating outside of the litter box is the number one behavior problem of our feline friends. Many cats are turned outside, given away, or even put to sleep for this behavior problem, but it is often a medical issue that can be solved together with your veterinarian. At Indy Vet Care in Northern
Despite being located in the northern eastern United States, Philly neighborhoods like Fishtown, Northern Liberties, Kensington, and Frankford can get very hot in the summer. If you are in the local area and your dog is suffering from the result of the heat, please contact Indy Veterinarian Care as soon as possible. Dogs can suffer
We have all been faced with this question this year: We are stuck inside for one reason or another – COVID, cold, snow, rain etc. and most of our dogs don’t quite get the mental and physical stimulation that they need. Without the ability to go out to the dog park or for a long
4 Proven Tips to Control Shedding in Cats & Dogs Pets have more empathy and love than most humans, which makes the trouble of controlling their shedding all the more tasking. You often find tons of fur on the floor or couch, where your best friend lies. Is it possible to control shedding? Yes, absolutely!
A crate is a great tool to use throughout your pet’s life. It’s always a good idea to train your dog to be comfortable being in a crate. It might seem like you don’t need a crate right now, but you might need to board your pet in the future while on vacation, or have
This article reviews different types of toxins and how it can potentially affect your pets. If you believe your pet has ingested a toxin, please reach out to your veterinarian as soon as possible or contact ASPCA Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435. Possible side effects due to toxin ingestion are listed below. It may take
Feeding your dog or cat ‘people food’ is a common practice among pet owners. Sometimes it’s just too hard to deny feeding them when they look at you with loving eyes while you are eating! Unfortunately, you may be endangering the health of your beloved pet by engaging in this seemingly harmless activity as your
Animal obesity is an easily preventable, yet all too common, health concern seen in pets everywhere. It’s a frustrating and dangerous condition that can affect pets of all kinds. What’s worse, it’s often caused by pet owners who are equating overfeeding with love and are unknowingly contributing to their pet’s weight gain without even realizing
