Though most vaccines for dogs and cats are relatively safe, it is recognized that vaccination does carry the potential for unwanted side effects. Potential side effects include acute allergic reactions, vaccination sarcomas (cancer) in cats and long-term effects on the immune system.

Today marks the official beginning of our “Never Shock a Puppy” dog training campaign. I sincerely hope you’ll join us over the next 8 weeks as we lead you through the reasons we don’t like choke collars, shock collars and other punitive training tools and present you with alternatives that are just as effective if [...]

The canine distemper virus (CDV) vaccine is a core vaccine for dogs and should be considered an essential vaccination for most dogs. Vaccination is especially important for puppies and young dogs. Consult your veterinarian to discuss the ideal vaccine schedule for your dog.

Vaccinations for both dogs and cats are a necessary part of pet health care. However, vaccine choices should be tailored for each pet by considering the individual lifestyle and risk assessment for that dog or cat.

While canine supplements containing vitamins and minerals may not be necessary for most dogs receiving a well-balanced diet, there are other food supplements that may be beneficial under specific circumstances.

Despite the dire warnings of some, heartworm preventive medication is safe and effective. Furthermore, without proper heartworm prevention, dogs may at risk of becoming infected with heartworms, which is serious and potentially even fatal.

This week, our spotlight falls on the Fido Friendly blog, where you’ll find a ton of helpful pet information. Here’s just a sampling of what you’ll find: What Should I Pack in My Dog’s First Aid Kit: A vlog (video) that details the components of a well-prepared first aid kit for dogs. This is a [...]

Many pet owners prefer natural flea control methods over the use of pharmaceuticals to prevent and control fleas on their dogs and cats. Natural flea control requires a multi-faceted approach, concentrating on killing adult fleas on the pet as well as controlling immature fleas within the home environment.

Canine distemper is a viral disease that can infect dogs, particularly puppies, and produce life-threatening disease. We’ll talk about the facts and some of the misconceptions surrounding the canine distemper virus and the canine distemper virus vaccine.

Proctor and Gamble Company (P&G) has voluntarily recalled all varieties of Iams Pro-Active Health canned cat and kitten food in both 3 oz and 5.5 oz cans. These diets could contain a low level of thiamine which could be dangerous for cats and kittens consuming the diet.