Your pets need health care just like you do. Here at AARF, we want to help you make healthy decisions for your furry companions. We hope that some of these links will provide useful information.
Remember, none of this information is a substitute for regular veterinary check-ups! If you are looking for a vet, we encourage you visit our favorite vet, Avondale Veterinary Hospital.
People who smoke could be putting their pets at risk for cancer.
Do you know what foods and household plants can kill your pet? Read this helpful article from the ASPCA on how to poison-proof your home.
What is FIV? And what does it mean for a cat who has it? FIV is not a death sentence; it's not even a "get sick" sentence. Read this information article from Best Friends Animal Santuary about the realities of FIV.
Can your pet catch West Nile Virus? Read a recent article on a suspected case of West Nile Virus in dogs, which turned out to be false.
Do you know what to do if your dog has heatstroke? Learn basic symptoms and treatments for a dangerous summertime emergency.
Here at AARF, we believe that cats are not safe outside. There are too many cars, dogs, diseases and mean people that can harm a cat. We encourage all cat owners to read this article about the dangers of allowing a cat outside.
All cats, even those who have been allowed outside, can be completely content living in the safety and comfort of indoors. This article provides helpful tips on transitioning an outdoor or indoor/outdoor cat into a safe and happy indoor-only cat.
I
heard that neutered and spayed cats get fat and lazy. Is this true?
Spaying and neutering does change the metabolism of companion animals,
so in most cases, they do not need as much food to maintain their weight
as unspayed/unneutered animals. The problem is not with the animal...
Recommended Reading: The Dog Whisperer
The gentle, nonviolent training methods and mysteries of "horse whisperers" have recently enlightened the world's consciousness of nonviolent training methods. Now, in The Dog Whisperer, trainer Paul Owens offers a compassionate, nonviolent approach to dog training. His spiritual approach links sound training principles with intuitive and effective insights.
A great site for all kinds of pet information
You are the most important person in your pet's life! .As a responsible guardian, the more you know about your pet's medical, nutritional and behavioral needs, the healthier and happier your pet's life will be. .These useful tips can give you a good starting point to understand your companion animal's health and behavior.
