Pet Health

M. Kathleen Shaw, DVM – Vermont Veterinary Medical Association During the hot summer months, both large and small animals can suffer unwanted attention from biting flies and mosquitoes. These flies are not only the typical “house flies” we see, but species such as black flies, deer flies, and horse flies. In many cases, the mosquitoes and flies prefer […] The post What’s Bugging Our Animals?! appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

From Tears to Trauma Release – by Karen McCloud, HTAP, HTP My childhood dream was to become a Veterinarian, but in the early seventies I was told by my high school advisor, “it is a man’s business!” Being a shy girl at the time…I opted for an Equine Science degree, and followed my passion for horses […] The post Healing Touch appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

Spring is here and with the warmer temperatures we also start to see many dogs that either are vomiting, have diarrhea or both. A few years ago I think I figured out why we seem to see this epidemic of GI problems in the spring. My theory is that all the birds, mice, chipmunks and […] The post Keeping Your Pets Healthy This Spring appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

By Dr. Susan Dyer Rabbit nutrition is a very important aspect of rabbit care. Rabbits are considered a “hind gut fermenter.” They not only have a simple stomach, but have modified their cecum into a large compartment for the processing of fiber. Fiber does not provide nutrition; instead it provides a stimulus for gut motility. […] The post Rabbit Nutrition appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. Did you know… 1. Only 1 out of every 10 dogs born will find a permanent home. 2. The main reasons animals are in shelters: owners give them up, or animal control finds them on the street. 3. Homeless animals outnumber homeless people 5 to 1. 4. […] The post Facts About Pet Homelessness appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

Acupuncture is a healing art that has been used for centuries in animals and dates back to ancient China. The principals behind acupuncture can be a bit abstract and hard to understand, but modern research has proven it works. Acupuncture is used in animals for pain relief, gastro-intestinal issues, anti-inflammatory effects, and behavioral problems to […] The post Acupuncture in Animals appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

Route Rules: Tips for Proper Dog Etiquette on the Hiking Trail Kate Hoehn As a Vermonter, I like to take advantage of the few months of warm weather we get. One of my favorite things to do this time of year is hike with my dog. Hiking with your dog not only means that you […] The post Route Rules (tips for hiking with dogs) appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

Is your dog ready for spring? 4 Legs & a Tail has some helpful tips to ensure your furry friends are primed to spring forward when warmer weather arrives. “At our house the arrival of spring is right up at the top, in terms of things we look forward to every year,” says Cindy Dunston […] The post Good bye Winter appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.

“Anyone with a fun-loving and active pet in the family knows that injuries are bound to happen, whether it’s just a minor boo boo or a situation requiring an urgent trip to the vet,” says Cindy Dunston Quirk, owner and founder of Scout & Zoes. “Having a few basic first aid supplies on hand, and […] The post First Aid For Pets appeared first on 4 Legs & A Tail.