The Fourth of July is a time for us to celebrate our nation’s independence but for pets it can be an alarming and scary time. In fact, the July Fourth weekend is one of the busiest times of the year at MedVet’s emergency hospitals. Every year, pets are lost, hurt, or...
Skunks are well known for their unique defense mechanism of spraying an oily, thick, and stinky secretion from the anal glands when they feel threatened. How much do you know about skunks? Take our Skunk Trivia Challenge. Skunk Trivia Question 1. True or False:...
A pet-friendly first aid kit can be useful in the event of an injury to your pet or if you need to evacuate quickly or unexpectedly due to a natural disaster such as a flood, wildfire, hurricane, or tornado. You can easily make a first aid kit with supplies you can...
Xylitol is a sweetener used in gum, baked goods, peanut butter, and many products designed for people with diabetes due to its low glycemic index and low-calorie content. While it may be safe for humans to consume, it is toxic to dogs. What is Xylitol?...
A bleeding or broken toenail is a common injury in dogs. Dogs break their nails for a variety of reasons – getting them caught on something like a carpet, landing on their paws in a way that bends or breaks the nail, age (nails can become dry and brittle), and more....
