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Why Is My Dog Wheezing? What Lakeland Pet Owners Should Know Have you noticed your dog wheezing frequently? Are you starting to get concerned about her health because of this? If you see your dog wheezing and you aren’t sure what the cause is, this can be alarming as well as worrying. Some wheezing may…

What is a Dental Emergency for Pets and How to Avoid Them As a pet owner you may know all of the signs of dental disease and other dental problems in your pet. However, you may still be wondering what is classified as a dental emergency. This is especially true for those with vets that…

Why Is My Dog Losing Weight? A lot of activity can make dogs lose weight. While it’s not usually common for dogs to lose a few pounds even when eaten healthy, it’s a red flag if you notice your dog is looking a bit different from before. If your dog is losing weight while having a good eating habit, then…

Why Is My Cat Vomiting? It is difficult for any pet parent to see their sweet fur baby in distress. An upset stomach can cause your cat to vomit. It is often startling to see them do this. Take note of any differences you may see in your cat. Long-haired cats throw up when they…

Lakeland Dog Owners: 6 Signs of Heartworm in Dogs Heartworms are common in dogs. Heartworms are parasites that can live within dogs and, over time, cause health issues and death if it is not treated. These parasites are especially common in shelter dogs and puppies. Not only are heartworms potentially lethal in dogs, but they…

How Can I Tell If My Cat Has a Ringworm? One of the most important things to understand about ringworm is that it is caused by a fungus, not a parasite or worm. Ringworm is a fungal skin infection named after the ring-shaped rash that commonly occurs on the skin of an infected person or…

Foods to Keep Away from Your Cat During the Holidays It is natural to want to include your cats in the celebration during the holidays, but before you do, be aware of what foods are safe and what foods are not. Cats are part of the family, so you want to keep them safe but…

Foods to Keep Away from Your Dog This Holiday Season Pets are family, so it would make sense to want to include them in the holiday fun. However, there are many dangers for pets lurking around the dinner table. It is imperative to keep your dog away from alcohol, turkey bones, and foods containing certain…

6 Things to Know About Giardia in Dogs Has your dog been diagnosed with giardia, or do you think he might have this condition? If so, you may have many questions about giardia and want to know more about what this means for your pet. In the article below, you’ll find information about what giardia…

Important Pet Halloween Safety Tips With Halloween swiftly approaching, pet parents are once again looking for safety tips to protect their pets during the spooky season. If the same is true of you, then don’t worry–we’ve got you covered. In the article below, you’ll find a few safety tips to help you keep your pet…