I hear this all the time from pet parents of adopted, foster, and rehomed dogs- in fact, I heard it today. I hear it so often that I wanted to talk about why our pets behave the way they do – it is soooo important. Although abuse does occur, it’s not as common as you [...]
What to do if your pet is licking its feet One of the most common symptoms that I will see a pet for is excessive paw licking and the brown paw staining that goes with it. Most pet owners are unaware of what is causing it and take it as the pet just being annoying [...]
It’s warming up slowly and spring is around the corner. We will find ourselves outside more with our pets. There are several household threats that are toxic to pets. We have compiled a quick resource for pet owners to use to identify, avoid, and deal with if their pet accidentally gets into something bad. Pets [...]
Schedule your pet’s dental cleaning in February and get $100 off. Does your pet have bad breath and you don’t know how to tell them? ebruary is Pet Dental Health Month. At Banderas, we believe that a year-round approach to keeping your pet’s teeth clean will help keep your pet healthy. We do, [...]
Heartworm in cats and dogs can be a potentially fatal disease that is very preventable. Heartworm is transmitted by mosquitos and is causes large worms to infest animals’ heart, lungs, or arteries. Heartworms can cause fatigue, weight loss, a decreased appetite, and lethargy. If left untreated, heartworm may even prove to be fatal for your [...]
Now that spring is approaching and we are getting prepared for the summer, many people are planning their vacation. If you are a pet owner, you might be wondering about the best ways to travel with your pet. Knowing how to care for your pet’s health whether you are planning to travel by automobile or [...]
If you have taken a dog from a shelter, you may at some point wonder how old your dog is. Determining a dog’s age can be a challenge especially if you have a full-grown adult dog. However, before knowing how old your dog is, it is important to know something about how dogs age. Dog’s [...]
Looking after your pet’s teeth is essential to help them enjoy the best quality of life. Good dental care helps prevent fractured teeth, gingivitis, and gum disease in cats and dogs. Looking after your pet’s teeth involves regular brushing and annual checkups at your local veterinary clinic. What are the best tips and tricks to [...]
Training your pet is one of the best ways to stop your pets behaving badly. Bad pet behavior can be stressful for both you as the pet owner and for your pet. Usually, the reasons for a badly-behaved cat or dog can be quickly resolved. However, training your pet may seem like too big of [...]
Allergies can affect your pets just the same way as they affect humans. Knowing how to deal with allergies in pets can be a challenge. The first sign of an allergy in your pet could be red itchy eyes, excessive scratching, sneezing, and hair loss. If you suspect allergies in your pets, you should book [...]
