Signs of Poor Dog Health Found in Dog’s Poop – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
By Shea Cox, DVM I’ll be the first to admit that I stand outside watching each and every performance of my dogs’ “poop show.” This isn’t just a weird sort of voyeurism—rather, it’s a good way to know what’s going on with a dog’s health. If you, too, like to see what’s coming off the production line, keep in mind that the number-one rule of thumb when considering canine elimination is reproducibility. Stools should generally have the same color, size and consistency each and every time. Many things can cause variations in a dog’s stool. Some of the more common ...
Dog Health Care Myths: Are You Falling for Any of These?
Some may be old wives’ tales, some may be spread by the internet or a well-meaning friend, but all are untrue. There are many pet health care myths out there that could be dangerous to your dog. Here are the facts so you are taking the best care of your pet possible. Flea and tick protection isn’t necessary all year-round Flea season can be a difficult thing to pinpoint, particularly in warm climates like Arizona. Fleas and ticks can hide in your home even during the cooler months and be harmful to your dog or cat. Parasites like heartworm and ...
Pet First Aid Awareness Month, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month which means this is a good time to talk about safety tips that will help pet owners keep their dogs’ and cats’ healthy as we head into the spring and summer months of the year. As the weather heats up here are some things to look for: Heat Stroke Heat stroke is the most common problem for dogs and cats that are not accustomed to warmer temperatures. We’ve talked about it before, but we’ll remind you again–pet owners should never leave their animals inside a car, even during short trips. The temperature inside ...
Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
Cruelty to animals is something that is stressed all year long, as it should be, but April is the month where the most emphasis is put on something that should never happen to dogs, cats, or animals to begin with. That’s why April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month, a time when she should stop and take a moment to think about how we treat all creatures, both great, and small. And while we are separate from animals this doesn’t justify being cruel to them. It’s our responsibility to speak up when we see injustice being carried out to ...
Pet First Aid, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
April is Pet First Aid month and so far we’ve brought you articles on things to look for in a pet emergency including Heatstroke as well as Poisoning. We also gave you a refresher article on how to put together a pet first aid kit as well as tips on how to use the items that are in your kit. In this post however, we’ll talk about skills you might need in order to save the life of your pet before you’re able to reach the veterinarian. Oh, and as a reminder, the care you give your pet in case of ...
How Lyme Disease Prevention Could Save Your Dog’s Life, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
The month of May is known as Lyme Disease Prevention Month. Lyme disease is nearly the most common tick-borne illness transmitted throughout the world but it only causes symptoms in 5 to 10 percent of affected dogs. In this post we will talk about what Lyme disease, how it’s transmitted and what you, as a pet owner can do to prevent it. What is Lyme disease? The bacteria responsible for Lyme disease in dogs, is transmitted by the slow-feeding, hard-shelled deer tick. The infection usually occurs after the tick has been attached to the dog for two to three days. ...
Assemble a Pet First Aid Kit, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
Anyone who owns a pet should be prepared for a pet emergency. Part of this preparation includes making sure you have a full stocked pet first aid kit on hand, in your home, complete with supplies to help your pet in the event of an emergency. The best place to keep your pet first aid kit? Right next to the first aid kit meant for the human members of your family. Certainly, you can buy a pet emergency kit online, at sites like www.chewy.com, or you can assemble one yourself. If you wish to assemble one yourself, here are supplies ...
Dog Myths We Need to Stop Believing, SLC, UT – Rocky Mountain Pooper Scoopers
Today we’re going to play a quick game of TRUE or FALSE. We’ll tell you something about the health of your dog and we’ll give you an opportunity to decide whether it’s FACT or if it’s FICTION. Ready? Let’s play. A Warm Nose is a Sign of a Sick Dog True False FALSE— A warm nose is not a sign of a sick dog. How this myth began isn’t known but a warm nose was rumored to mean that a dog was ill with canine distemper. When a dog does have canine distemper he may experience a thickening of his ...
Why Is My Dog Humping My Leg?, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers
It’s a little embarrassing when your dog decides to begin humping your leg, a pillow, or even another dog, even more so in the presence of company. This behavior is completely normal and it usually occurs when your dog becomes excited. You may notice that he, or she, exhibits this behavior more so when around other dogs. While it’s not abnormal, some dogs don’t appreciate being mounted by another dog and it might result in a fight. Today, we will discuss why this behavior occurs and how to stop it. As mentioned above, dogs get excited, especially when playing at ...
Bark Scorpion Bites – Threat to Dogs, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers
The state of Arizona is home to dozens of species of scorpions. The most notorious of these creatures is the Arizona Bark Scorpion, or Centrurodies Sculptuartus. This particular scorpion is one of 1,500 species of scorpions that inhabit the Earth. While scorpions prefer a desert like climate, they can be found in many types of habitats. They can be found under rocks, logs and boards, as well. There are over thirty species of scorpions in Phoenix, alone. The Bark Scorpion is unique however, because it falls into one particular category of scorpions. Twenty-Five of the 1,500 species of scorpions are ...
Protect Your Furbabies from Toxins, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers
Annually more than 10,000 dogs are poisoned in the United States. They are poisoned when they ingest something around the yard, or within the home. These are items that are safe for humans but toxic to dogs. According to DogTime.com the top 10 causes of dog poisoning are: Medications—Many human medications, such as ibuprofen are toxic to dogs. Cold medicines are also toxic, causing seizures and kidney failure. It’s best to keep all medications out of the reach of your pets and store them in something your dog won’t be able to chew through. Rodent Poison—Dogs and cats often become ...
WHAT SHOULD MY DOG’S POOP LOOK LIKE?, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers
By Jessica Vogelsang, DVM Since dogs can’t talk, we spend a great deal of time trying to interpret other signs of their health. How is he acting? How is his appetite? We perform exams, take histories, evaluate blood samples. Also, we check their poop. This gives us a tremendous number of clues as to a dog’s digestive and overall health, which is one of the reasons the techs always ask you, “Did you bring a sample?” Walk into the back area of any clinic and you will see a neatly arrayed line of stool samples waiting to be evaluated; it’s ...
