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Leptospirosis is a disease caused by infection with the Leptospira bacteria, which can be found worldwide in soil and water (particularly stagnant or slow-moving water like puddles, ponds, or lakes)—although it’s more common in areas with warm climates and high annual rainfalls. The bacteria can survive for weeks to months. This disease is zoonotic, which…

Often, the noises associated with coughing are dreadful and anxiety-inducing for any cat owner. But they may be nothing to worry about when associated with infrequent hairball releases (about once a month) or vomiting after eating food too quickly. But what if the cough is more persistent, it could be a sign that there is…

Cat backpacks are adorable and hard to resist, especially when there are so many benefits to them. When you have to store or transport your feisty kitten, you may be happy to find out that you can move them around in a large backpack that provides plenty of space and air. Cat backpacks are technically…

Ear mites are highly contagious parasites that are often found in cats and dogs. While mites can affect your pet’s entire body, they are more likely to appear in your dog’s ears, because of the humidity and darkness where they can continue to breed and thrive.  If you have noticed that your cat is scratching…

Have you recently moved to Dunedin, FL, with your loving dog and want to take them to a fun dog park? Well, you are in luck since Dunedin, FL is a pet-friendly city with a lot of coastal and in-land dog parks to choose from. Dog parks are great ways to encourage your loving puppy…

There are dozens of dog leashes to choose from, and not all manufacturers make them for the same purpose. Before choosing which kind of dog leash works best for your dog, you should examine the type of dog you have. Collect pieces of information like your dog’s breed, activity level, age, height, and most importantly,…

Sadly, there are a lot of dangers to watch out for when it comes to our loving dogs. As curious as our pups are, if they accidentally eat a bug or small animal, like a poisonous frog or toad, they can become very sick and even die. Recently, many dog poisoning cases across the United…

Many people ask, “What is Leptospirosis?” It is a bacterium that lives in water or warm, wet soil.  Swimming, drinking, or even playing in contaminated water can infect dogs.  However, the most common way dogs become exposed is by coming in contact with urine of an infected animal. The bacteria will enter the dog’s body…