Pet Dermatology Blog
Check out the latest educational articles and tips from the Missouri Veterinary Dermatology Center team!
Pet Hydration: A Guide for Owners
Pet Hydration: A Guide for Owners Ensuring optimal pet hydration is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Recognizing whether your furry friend is drinking enough water can sometimes be tricky. Here are key indicators to help you gauge your pet's hydration...
The Hidden Threat: Why Chocolate Poses a Serious Danger to Your Canine Companion
The Hidden Threat: Why Chocolate Poses a Serious Danger to Your Canine Companion As a dog owner, it’s your responsibility to keep your furry companion safe and healthy. Unfortunately, there are many foods that we humans enjoy that are extremely harmful to dogs. One of...
January Pet Wellness: A Guide to Seasonal Hazards
January Pet Wellness: A Guide to Seasonal Hazards The new year brings fresh beginnings, and as pet owners, it's crucial to be aware of potential hazards that may affect our furry companions in January. From chilly temperatures to hidden dangers, understanding and...
Chill in the Air: Protecting Your Pet from the Winter Cold
Chill in the Air: Protecting Your Pet from the Winter Cold Winter blankets the world in a serene white embrace, but potential risks for our furry companions lie beneath the beauty. As the temperatures drop, pet owners must ensure their beloved dogs and cats are safe...
Unveiling the Joys of Adopting a Senior Pet
Unveiling the Joys of Adopting a Senior Pet Senior pets' wisdom and love often go unnoticed in a world that often focuses on the youthfulness of puppies and kittens. Adopting a senior pet is a remarkable3 and rewarding experience. In this blog, we will highlight the...
Canines and Mushrooms: An Examining the Dangers of Ingestion
Canines and Mushrooms: An Examining the Dangers of Ingestion Dogs are naturally inquisitive and frequently explore their surroundings, including the mushrooms. But can dogs safely eat mushrooms? Let's investigate this fungal subject and learn about the possible...
Include Your Pet in Your Emergency Plan to Keep Them Safe During A Disaster
Include Your Pet in Your Emergency Plan to Keep Them Safe During A Disaster It's critical that we prepare our animal family members for possible calamities as well as ourselves as September approaches and Disaster Preparedness Month draws near. Chaos and uncertainty...
Selecting the Right Shampoo for Your Dog’s Skin and Coat Care
Selecting the Right Shampoo for Your Dog's Skin and Coat Care We all want the best for our furry friends, and that includes keeping them clean and healthy. Choosing the right shampoo for your dog is an essential part of their grooming routine. With countless...
How to Transition Pets During Back-to-School Season
How to Transition Pets During Back-to-School Season Back-to-school season brings about significant changes in household dynamics, which can often affect our beloved pets. As families return to their regular schedules, our furry companions may experience...
5 Safety Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
5 Safety Tips to Beat the Summer Heat It's the ideal time of year to spend time outside with your four-legged friends during the summer. There's no denying that your pets enjoy being outside, whether they are playing fetch in the park, hiking along beautiful trails,...