Dogs naturally lick their paws, but unusually excessive licking may have an underlying cause. If your dog frequently licks the same paw, they could be in pain or have an injury or infection. When you can’t find a clear reason for your dog’s constant paw licking, it’s best to call your vet. Lately, it seems … Read more
It’s not just the health of humans that is important, that of our four-legged friends too. Specialist in GPS trackers for everyone, Invoxia has had devices for tracking our pets for a long time. During CES 2022, the French firm showed that it could go even further with a collar covered with sensors to better … Read more
For best health we visit the dentist at least once per year. And like clockwork see your physician for a physical examination. Your pets are biological creatures such as yourself and require the same amount of medical attention, if not even more. The average age expectancy for humans in the United States is 78 years, … Read more
The topic of dangerous dogs is one which strikes fear in the hearts of many particularly after a recent spate of attacks. Certain types have the potential to cause fatal injuries should they be untrained and left to act on what was bred into them. When the Dangerous Dogs Act came into force in 1991 … Read more
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — State health officials in Missouri on Saturday identified the first local case of monkeypox, a viral infection that has now been reported in nearly 20 states, the largest outbreak in US history. But monkeypox has been here before, including the Kansas City metro. The first outbreak in the United States, in … Read more
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Welcome back, Bedford. I’m in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know that’s happening in our area today. Hope you have a great day! First, today’s weather: Partly sunny and warmer. High: 77 Low: 52. Big love to our first local sponsors. We couldn’t keep the community informed without you! Are you … Read more
A heartbroken mum has been left angry after 13 pedigree puppies died following an operation on their mother at a vets surgery. Alina O’Malley, 26, decided to breed puppies from her American XI Bully dog Arizona. Arizona was a pedigree dog, so Ms O’Malley, who works as a hospitality manager, knew the puppies could be … Read more
Pinkett Smith has shared publicly that she has alopecia areata, addressing her and other patients’ experiences during her June 1 episode of “Red Table Talk,” her Facebook Watch show. Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease that causes hair loss on the scalp and elsewhere, according to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation. Hair follicles affected by … Read more
What does pet insurance cover? Pet insurance typically covers pets for accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Regular vet check-ups, vaccinations, preventive medications, and other routine care are expected during the life of a pet. These costs can be budgeted, so they are not typically included in coverage unless added as an additional rider. Pet insurance is … Read more