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Foods That Are Toxic to Cats

Foods That Are Toxic to Cats

Unlike dogs, many things people can eat harm cats. Some seasonings also burden a cat's body.

Pet Health 📅 January 9, 2021
Why Is My Dog Suddenly Vomiting?

Why Is My Dog Suddenly Vomiting?

There are many reasons a dog may vomit. The color of the vomit and what it contains each point to a different underlying condition. Below we have organized several vomit colors, ranked from mild to severe, to help you quickly tell what is going on with your dog. But whenever vomiting occurs, the first step is to withhold food and get your dog to the veterinarian as soon as possible during the golden window for treatment.

Pet Health 📅 January 9, 2021
Can Dogs Eat Popcorn?

Can Dogs Eat Popcorn?

Popcorn is a grain, a type of corn. When heated, the kernel expands and pops. This article explains that plain, air-popped popcorn can be a low-calorie snack for dogs in small amounts, but buttered or seasoned popcorn risks pancreatitis and choking.

Pet Health 📅 January 8, 2021
Common Human Foods That Are Dangerous for Dogs

Common Human Foods That Are Dangerous for Dogs

Many everyday human foods are toxic to dogs, and even small amounts of xylitol, chocolate, grapes, onions, or alcohol can cause serious harm or death. This guide lists 16 foods to keep away from your dog, plus a few safe options you can share in moderation.

Pet Health 📅 January 4, 2021
Five Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat

Five Foods You Should Never Feed Your Cat

A cat's body handles food very differently from ours, so several everyday items are unsafe for them. Milk, chocolate, raw meat, and bones are the big ones, along with other common toxins. Knowing the list keeps your cat out of the emergency clinic.

Pet Health 📅 November 16, 2020
Why Your Dog Vomited White, Sticky Fluid

Why Your Dog Vomited White, Sticky Fluid

White sticky vomit can be saliva from food poisoning (chocolate, onion, grapes), a throat obstruction from bones, or a viral infection like parvovirus or distemper. Food poisoning and obstructions are emergencies needing the vet; for viral cases, a vet may use antibiotics plus immune support, with diarrhea and lethargy as warning signs.

Pet Health 📅 October 27, 2020
Can a Dog’s Vomiting and Diarrhea Heal on Their Own?

Can a Dog’s Vomiting and Diarrhea Heal on Their Own?

Vomiting and diarrhea in dogs usually trace to diet (human treats like chocolate or milk), a chill, or parasites — and most mild cases improve with probiotics, warmth, and deworming. A new-environment stress reaction calms with a one-day fast; persistent or parasite-driven cases need a vet.

Pet Health 📅 October 27, 2020