Our Pet Age Calculator will tell you. Turns out it's not as simple as just multiplying a cat or dog's age by 7! Pets can age differently depending on their species, breed, and size. Input your pet's calendar age below and find out their relative age and life stage, anywhere from a fresh-faced Puppy or Kitten [...]
Hi paw parent, just like you, pets want to live a long and happy life. With proper health care management, older pets can live their lives to their full potential, which may be well over the equivalent of 100 human years! The key to giving them a longer, healthier time with you can be pretty simple, [...]
When is a pet classified as being senior or mature? Dogs and cats are considered to be mature adults once they turn 7 years old. Large breed dogs age more quickly and are considered mature at 5-6 years of age.
Ouch! Do you ever experience sore joints on a chilly morning? Like humans, our furry best friends can experience aches and pains caused by arthritis. These pains can become more intense over the cooler months - let us teach you a little about this common condition, so you can keep an [...]
Desexing your pet is a vitally important part of being a responsible pet parent. It's a decision veterinarians encourage all pet parents to make as it will lead to a healthier, happier and potentially longer life. What is desexing? Desexing (sometimes referred to as neutering or spaying in females and castrating [...]
The Importance of Dental Care for Your Pet Did you know that 80% of dogs and 70% of cats over three years of age have some form of dental disease? Dental disease can not only be painful and uncomfortable for pets, but the procedure to clean and remove teeth becomes [...]
Hot Weather & Heatstroke We all love spending quality time with our pets on a hot summer’s day. However, we need to stay vigilant in summer, as the warmer weather can expose our pets to several dangers. One of these dangers is heatstroke. Heatstroke, or hyperthermia, occurs when your pet’s body [...]
Hot Spots Hot-spots are a common problem amongst dogs, and some breeds like golden retrievers, labradors, and rottweilers may be more susceptible to these than others.What is a hot spot?A hot-spot can otherwise be known as a ‘moist skin rash,’ acute moist dermatitis, or pyotraumatic dermatitis. It is an area of skin [...]
Parasites As the weather warms up, we start to see more parasite problems for all sorts of pets. Here are some of the more common parasites we come across, as well as some information on the problems they cause and how to get rid of them. Fleas Fleas are relatively easy to [...]
Itchy skin and ear infections Around springtime, we often see an increase in itchy skin (dermatitis) and ear infections in dogs and cats. How to spot itchy skin You should know almost right away if your cat or dog has dermatitis. Here are a few of the common signs: Constant scratching, [...]
