iabetes mellitus affects scores of families, including the four-legged members of the household. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, diabetes is a common endocrine disease in dogs and cats, occurring in roughly one out of every 300 animals. Read More …
Brevard Humane Society is hosting an online kitten shower for the month of May to collect urgently needed kitten supplies. Read More …
If you haven’t heard of Touch of Grey Rescue, then you are missing out on some of the best dog rescue stories in Brevard County! Touch of Grey Rescue is a 501c3 Non-Profit Organization with a mission to provide foster care, rehoming assistance, and hospice care Read More …
Pet owners go to great lengths to treat their animals well. When a pet is ill, the animal may exhibit signs of anxiety and upset. However, sometimes it is not so easy to detect that something is awry with a pet, even if the animal is in pain. Read More …
“Mutt” and “mongrel” have long had negative connotations, but there’s no need to turn one’s nose at mixed breed dogs. Dogs of any kind, regardless of lineage, can be cherished companions who offer years of tireless love and affection. In fact, mutts have gained steam Read More …
by Tiffany Lovell, Cold Nose College Would you be comfortable if your child’s math teacher described her as headstrong or stubborn because she wasn’t doing well in class? Would you assume the teacher is right and your child is willfully choosing not to learn her Read More …
People love their dogs, but barking is a “hot button” issue for many pet guardians. It can be the reason for tension between neighbors and even results in the relinquishment of dogs to shelters. What’s important to understand is that barking is a normal, natural Read More …
There is no end to the companionship, love and joy a pet can bring to one’s life. That is perhaps one reason why the number of pets surrendered to shelters each year so greatly upsets animal lovers. But the same places that house animals that Read More …
Pets often make wonderful additions to a household. Parents not only love pets because animals bring smiles to their children’s faces, but also because pets teach kids about responsibility. But the decision of whether or not to bring a pet into a home is a Read More …
Many pet parents do their best to ensure optimal health for their companion animals. Veterinary visits, exercise and diet play an integral role in pet health. Pet owners tend to be very selective when choosing commercial pet foods, but sometimes they’re less discerning when they Read More …
The benefits of warm weather are numerous and include the opportunity to spend long hours outdoors enjoying the fresh air. Increased time spent outside, whether at parks, beaches or right in one’s own backyard, means a greater likelihood of coming into contact with wildlife. Just Read More …
The potential benefits of grain and gluten-free diets are a trendy topic of discussion in the grocery aisle today. But pet owners often have similar questions about whether these diets are right for their cats or dogs. Michele Dixon, a health and nutrition specialist Read More …
Yes, folks, it is that time of year! The heat and humidity are sweltering. We need to be mindful of the heat for our pets, especially if they are outside during the day. If you have a pet outside, please make sure they have plenty Read More …
