Today, our Raritan, Somerset County vets review the signs and symptoms of poisoning in dogs, how to know if your dog has been poisoned and what you should do if you believe if this has occurred. What should I do if my dog has been poisoned? Stay calm and ensure the source of the poison is out of your dog’s reach. Then bring your dog to the vet as soon as possible. Call us: … [Read more...]
Determinants of pet food purchasing decisions
IntroductionPet ownership in the United States has been steadily growing, with 68% of households having at least 1 pet in 2014 (1). Consumer spending on pets has also risen dramatically from $17 billion in 1994 to $58 billion in 2014 (1). A substantial component of this spending has been for pet food, with US consumers having spent an average of $194 per year in 2013 for pet … [Read more...]
Prescriptions and pharmacies: FAQs for pet owners
Below are answers to the most common questions we receive from pet owners about veterinary prescriptions and pharmacies. Q: Why do I need a prescription? A: Many prescription drugs are only effective for specific problems and may be harmful to your pet if used without a veterinary examination and diagnosis. When you are given a prescription for a medication for your pet, it … [Read more...]
Ringworm in Dogs: Signs, Symptoms, Treatment
With so many parasites out there, it may be tempting to lump ringworm in the same category as hookworms, whipworms, roundworms, and tapeworms. Despite its name, however, ringworm is not actually a worm—it’s a fungus. This fungal infection is common all over the world and infects almost all species of domestic animals, including dogs. It’s important for dog owners to know the … [Read more...]
How to Give a Dog Pills Without Food Can It Be Done?
Sometimes dogs can be finicky with their medication. If your dog is smart enough to figure out that the “extra special” treat you’re giving him has a pill inside, it’s going to get increasingly difficult to get your dog to take his medicine. How to give a dog pills without food? It can be done. It pays to have a dog that’s well trained in this situation, because it’ll make … [Read more...]
Archive of Our Own beta
Chapter Text It was a nice night out. They were a little far from the city but light pollution still reached and only a few stars were visible. Korn was in his chair again, every muscle in his legs and back groaning in relief. The stiff jacket too, thrown over the bed. He had wheeled himself out on the deck, looking at the garden. He noticed fewer than usual patrolling people … [Read more...]
My Cocker Spaniel
Body Surface Area Formula For Cats and Dogs The K constant, also known as Meeh's constant, represents the factor used to estimate the relative surface area of animals. It varies greatly among species and due to size differences. Many animals have a K value around 10, with specific values for cats and dogs being 10.4 and 10.1 respectively. Body weight (BW) is measured in … [Read more...]
Dog flea advice
Dog and puppy flea treatment advice The only way to be certain that your dog does not have fleas is by using regular, good quality flea control which is recommended by your vet, as they are very common in the environment and can easily be picked up on walks. A single application of any product is not sufficient. Not only can fleas make your pet uncomfortable, sore and itchy - … [Read more...]
Medications for Treating Dog Anxiety
If your dog suffers from anxiety - whether fear-related, separation anxiety or age-related - you may be wondering whether anti-anxiety meds could help your dog to feel happier and more relaxed. Today our Seattle vets discuss some of the most common medications used to treat dog anxiety. Types of Anxiety Seen in Dogs There are 3 main types of anxiety that our Seattle vets see … [Read more...]
Food poisoning-caused gastroenteritis
Gastroenteritis and food poisoning usually resolve without any medical intervention. Treatment is focused on reducing the symptoms and preventing complications, especially dehydration.The main treatment and prevention strategy for food poisoning is to rest and replace lost fluids and electrolytes by:drinking plenty of liquids (preferably with oral rehydration salts to replace … [Read more...]