Dallas Pet Health Examiner

Training is part of the AKC tradition

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:06:09 -0700

Photo: dallasotc.org We spend plenty of time here applauding groups and individuals who save the lives of dogs and cats from animal shelters. They do good work.However, not as much space is given to the passionate breeders who also make a positi...

Excuse me, is this your hairball?

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:43:37 -0700

Photo: M. HochbergIf you are friends with a cat you might notice how much time it devotes to grooming its coat. I suppose if I were covered in hair from head to toe, I would also spend a good part of each day making sure I was well put together.But w...

Canine treadmill: a needless neccessity?

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 13:34:28 -0700

Photo: petedge.comI considered purchasing a treadmill for myself at the start of the year, but it never translated into a New Year's resolution. In fact, this year I never got around to making resolutions. I could easily recycle last year's list.&nbs...

Death at the White House

Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:46:41 -0700

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The Bush's "First Cat" India (aka "Willie") died at the White House on Sunday. India was 18-years-old, reports the Dallas Morning News.

The liabilities of horse ownership

Fri, 26 Dec 2008 14:58:46 -0700

(Photo: C. Cavalier)Horse & Rider magazine features an attorney's take on horse owner's liability in their January edition."We all fear liability--and rightly so.," writes Julie Fershtman. "It can mean lawsuits, trials, unpre...

The world's worst holiday gift...ever

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:59:33 -0700

Buying a holiday pet — whether a dog or cat or even a bird or tank of fish — is something that needs to be carefully considered. With only a few shopping days left until Christmas, I'd thought I'd share with you one of the world's wo...

When dogs fly

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 21:13:37 -0700

The Dallas Dog & Disc Club offer monthly playdatesand other organized events. One of Dallas' more active dog clubs is The Dallas Dog & Disc Club.On the second Saturday of every month the club gets together at Walnut Hill Park in Dallas a...

Cat's face surgically reattached

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 20:15:10 -0700

Photo: Associated PressA Boston veterinarian surgically reattached the face of a cat on Tuesday. It's believed that Edgar, a four-year-old female, may have sought refuge from cold weather under the hood of a car.After missing for three days Edga...

Web site offers listing of dogs for adoption

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 09:49:22 -0700

(Photo: M. Hochberg) Like most people, I am a strong advocate of dog and cat adoption and rescue groups. But, neither do I chastise people who purchase their pets from legitimate breeders. For me, adoption has worked out just great!If you're loo...

Protect your pet from winter dangers

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 15:29:18 -0700

Salt, anti-freeze and other chemicals canbe ingested by dogs when they lick their paws in winter months. (Photo: ASCPA) From coast to coast temperatures are dropping. Baby, it's cold outside and it's time to protect our pets from the frosty elem...

Is your smoking killing your pet?

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:12:29 -0700

Second hand smoke is known to causecancer in humans. But, what are its effects on pets? (Photo: petside.com)Addictions are a tricky business -- cigarette smoking included. But, in the end we all are accountable for our actions. One of the consequence...

Routine health care for your companion animals should remain a priority in tough economic times

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:56:37 -0700

Even in the midst of an economic downturn, your companion animals should receive routine care. When I'm sick everybody knows about it. It could just be a stereotype, but men have a terrible reputation when it comes to being able to handle i...

Your pet's health - know the warning signs

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 09:15:19 -0700

Photo: National Institutes of HealthIt seems like our pets are always trying tell us something.My dogs let me know when they need to be let out of the house, when they want to eat and when the garbage truck is approaching the house.But there are othe...

Car travel with your pet

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:53:17 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Traveling with pets can be a trying experience, but it doesn’t need to be. Here are three important tips. Microchip & ID – Having a chip implanted between your dog’s shoulder blades is the bes...

Dog crate living

Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:52:11 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Either while traveling - or for every day life - the dog crate can be a great source of security and comfort for your dog. There are two popular types of crate, a plastic travel kennel and a collapsable metal...

The pet passport

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 10:56:39 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Traveling overseas with your pet has gotten easier in the last several years, but it still involves about six months of preparedness and planning. A pet passport is a collection of forms and documents that prove your dog...

Dog parks across the country

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 17:55:15 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Dog parks have taken root in cities and towns all over the country. The city of Dallas has several excellent parks where canines and humans interact successfully, with few exceptions. At most parks you'll find sepa...

Boarding your dog at a kennel

Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:37:26 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Dropping my dogs off at the kennel is a guilt-inducing activity. For all I know they’d rather hang out at the kennel with their new friends than join us on a family trip. But I always feel bad leaving them and head...

Airline travel with pets

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 05:38:18 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier Almost all major airlines (except Southwest) allow pets to travel in-cabin or in the cargo area, depending on their size. Of course, pets should be at least 8-weeks old and must be weaned. The USDA is the agency th...

Finding a pet-friendly hotel in the U.S.

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 16:30:19 -0700

Image design: Casey Cavalier In the real word there are "big dog" people and "small dog" people. The hotel industry, however, favors small dogs. They especially appreciate dogs under 25-pounds. There are many hotel chains that wi...