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Dog Eye Infection: Symptoms and Treatment Eye infections in dogs can be a pretty scary thing to deal with. Although the symptoms of eye infections can be pretty worrisome, problems with the eyes in dogs are normally very easy for vets to diagnose and treat. There are several different types of eye infections in dogs,…

My Dog Has Bloody Diarrhea – What Should I Do? Bloody diarrhea in dogs is not a pleasant sight at all. Although diarrhea can be common and resolve itself on its own, bloody diarrhea is a different story. Bloody diarrhea is a serious issue and should not be taken lightly. If your dog has bloody…

What to Do If Your Dog Ingests Poison Finding out that your dog has eaten something poisonous can be a very frightening time. However, knowing what to do in these kinds of situations can allow you to act quickly. In this article, we will explain what dog owners should do if their dog ingests poison,…

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…