A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
We all tend to see our pets as our heroes, if not our best friends or closest family members. In reality though, how often do our pets actually get to be heroes? Maybe you have a baby saving cat or dog, but the heroics of most of our pets come from the unconditional love they bask us in. The way […]
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Pets are one of the most important parts of our lives, but what happens when they get sick? We frantically worry about what they may pick up in their short time with us, and when they do get ill, we depend on the vet to fill us in on what went wrong. Sometimes, we catch the infection in time. Sometimes, […]
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Everyone is susceptible to kidney stones, including our beloved canines. We all know how painful kidney stones and urinary tract infections are in humans, and can only imagine a similar pain dogs experience and how much vet bills cost. Understanding Kidney Stones Firstly, it is important to understand what kidney stones are, how they grow, the different types, as well […]
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The reasons for dog weight gain are not always at the owner’s fault, it could be due to a medical condition, which is why it is important to always consult with your vet before making any change to your dog’s diet or exercise routine. Here are some steps to follow if you think your dog is overweight: 1. Determine whether […]
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Although microchipping isn’t mandatory in the US, it is in all EU member countries and many other countries around the world. Microchipping your pet is recommended by vets, animal shelters, and other experts. A list of all countries in which the practice is mandatory can be found here. Microchipping is becoming more and more popular. Shelters have scanners and microchip […]
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Puppies’ immune systems aren’t very strong in their first years of life and because of that, they’re more at risk of developing illnesses. If left untreated, some of these illnesses can be life-threatening, so it’s important to know what the signs and symptoms of some of these ailments are, and how to prevent them. To help you protect your pup, here is a […]
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According to Dosomething.org, a pet that is overweight or obese has increased chances of developing arthritis, diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney disease, certain cancers, and heart and respiratory disease. Despite these facts, research shows that 1 in 3 American cats and dogs are overweight or obese. In order to put a stop to this dangerous trend, we need to help […]
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Making appointments to take your pet to the vet can sometimes be a hassle and can be costly depending on what service your pet has to have. That being said, neither of these reasons should restrict your pet from getting the best medical service available. This is why taking your pet to the vet regularly is best for your pet’s […]
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Choosing your pet’s veterinarian is an important decision; they should be someone you can trust and someone that listens to your concerns. The veterinarian must have the needed educational background to either perform the proper examinations/tests for your pet or solve any emergency at hand. There may be a billion questions you want answered before you settle on a veterinarian, […]
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Vaccines are vital to helping your pet live a long and healthy life. Let’s face it, all of us want that for our pets! Vaccines fight illness from the viruses they may encounter every day and as well as other pathogens. This can be achieved by certain combinations of vaccines and by having them done at a particular age to […]
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