Atopic Dermatitis- Signs, Symptoms and Treatments for Your Pet

Also commonly known simply as Atopy, Atopic Dermatitis is a skin condition which afflicts a wide variety of household pets. It is common in both cats and dogs, although certain species of dogs are known to be more at risk. Atopy is the result of allergies, most of which are caused by ‘allergens’ that are commonly found in household environments.

Since pets are more prone to sniffing around their owner’s home, they are a...

Cancer & Arthritis in Geriatric Pets: How do their Final Days Fare! 

The average age of pets has gone up substantially in the past few decades due to improved veterinary care and better dietary practices. In general, pets now live longer than ever before. While that’s a good thing on face value, pet owners now face a new challenge – age-related conditions.

In particular, cancer and arthritis are the two most common malaises affecting geriatric pets on a wide scale. Before going into...