Birds are a different group of animals than any other you may know: a bird is not a small dog or a funny cat. As far as their behavior and diet are concerned, they are not necessarily like any other mammal, rodent or reptile you have ever seen in your life. This simply means that […]
Author: Francis Lagacé
12 Tips To Prevent Dental Disease (Dogs, Cats, Ferrets)
According to some studies, dental problems (also called periodontal disease) are the most frequently diagnosed disorder in our pets. (source 1) Fortunately, there are good references for veterinary teams (source 2) that are intended to guide them in the diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease. You can consult them as well, although they will probably seem […]
Guinea Pig: 14 Questions To Know (Almost) Everything
The guinea pig has become a very popular pet over the years. It was mostly known in South America at the beginning, but eventually it became more and more popular all over the world. This article will answer your 14 most frequently asked questions about this adorable animal. General Dr. Franck, I love my guinea […]
Water Consumption For Cats And Dogs – A Quick Guide
You may have heard that cats and dogs should be encouraged to drink more water… Then you may have wondered why? The simple answer could be that many pets will not drink enough in a day, while rarely will you see one that drinks too much (unless it has some sort of health problem that […]
The Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR)
Okay, I’ll admit it right from the start: this article is definitely the least catchy of this site! And yet, it is crucial to the understanding of a veterinarian’s work with his patient, while having the full cooperation of the client/pet owner. In short, read the following carefully! So as we’ve said, this relationship is […]
Deworming Cats – Everything You Need To Know
Before we talk about deworming cats (and dewormers), we’ll start with a brief introduction to parasites… First of all, let’s be clear: nobody likes to hear the word ‘parasite’. It doesn’t sound very good, does it? And yet, parasites must have existed for as long as there have been living beings on this planet… In […]
Hamster: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide
That’s it, you’ve made your choice on your next pet: the hamster! So before making this purchase/adoption, take the time to be a better pet owner… Don’t stay in the unknown and dive into the following article to learn more. Here are several facts that explain why the hamster is a good companion (or not) […]