The short answer is, yes. Dogs and cats can develop a form of dementia called Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS). This condition, also known as canine cognitive dysfunction in dogs and feline cognitive dysfunction in cats, is similar to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. It involves age-related brain changes that cause cognitive decline, impacting memory, learning, and behavior. What is Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome […]
Did you know that summer is kicked off with National Chip Your Pet Month? May is officially recognized as this holiday by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and was made to educate responsible pet parents on the importance of microchipping your furry little friend. If a pet meanders far from home, their microchip will be […]
As the unofficial start to summer, Memorial Day is a great excuse to get outdoors. But whether you’re partying, barbequing, or just soaking up some rays, it’s important to keep your pet’s safety in mind at all times. To prevent any Memorial Day mishaps, the ASPCA has put together some tips to help protect animals […]
The Big Bear eaglets Sunny and Gizmo are nearing their first flight, with the “fledge watch” period expected to begin soon. They are about 10 weeks old – Sunny hatched about a week before Gizmo – and bald eagles typically fledge between 10 and 14 weeks of age. The nonprofit organization, Friends of Big Bear Valley (FOBBV), is monitoring the eaglets […]
Just as the weather warms, the rattlesnake vaccine that has been in use for more than 20 years for dogs, cats and horses has lost its U.S. Department of Agriculture-issued license. History of the Rattlesnake Vaccine Dr. Dale Wallis DVM and her partner Jim Wallis, developed the Crotalus Atrox Toxoid vaccine in the early 2000s. […]
The National Rescue Dog Day (NRDD), celebrated annually on May 20, brings with it a promise of love, friendship, and kindness. Each year, millions of animals, specifically dogs, are abandoned by their owners and end up on the streets. Many of these animals are used to a sheltered life, and this, in turn, makes it […]
May 19 is National Endangered Species Day. Thanks to the Endangered Species Act, in effect since 1973, almost two thousand of endangered species once thought to be on the brink of extinction have had a resurgence. But that could all come to an end this year. The Trump administration is proposing to significantly limit the […]
According to the 2025 American Pet Products Association’s National Pet Owners Survey, 68 million U.S. households have a dog – and each of those pups needs a name. In 2025, the name you’re most likely to hear called out at the vet this time around is Luna. According to US News & World Report, Luna, Bella, and […]
The Pet Gala, to be held this year on May 19, will showcase show-stopping designs inspired by the 2025 Met Gala, recreated exclusively for dogs by renowned Pet Couturier Anthony Rubio. The event, dubbed “Pet Fashion’s Biggest Night,” benefits AKC’s Museum of the Dog. This year, the festivities will unfold across three beautifully styled floors […]
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month, and as the temperatures warm up, the ticks begin to emerge and concerns about the disease increase. This time of year, both people and pets alike are bound to come across ticks, which could potentially lead to illnesses such as lyme disease. As USA Today reports, while tick exposure […]