Dogs are notorious for panting. They will pant when they are hot, when they are tired and when they are happy as well. Cats on the other hand may not show this behavior unless they are in some form of distress. Here, our Greeley vets discuss the various reasons for heavy breathing in cats and what you should do if your feline friend begins panting.
There are times when your dog will do things such as panting and it will be perfectly normal, like when they are running around playing or if it is very hot outside. Occasionally, however, you may discover that your dog is showing this or other unusual behaviors when it seems unlikely to be normal. Today, our Greeley vets discuss the reasons why your dog pants at night and when you should bring them in for an examination.
If you are thinking about getting a pet but the traditional furry pets aren't right for you then you might find an interest in reptiles. Today, our Greeley exotic animal vets talk about how to care for a pet lizard and potential health concerns to keep in mind.
Staying hydrated is a crucial part to surviving for any creature, so it makes sense that we may become worried if it seems like our cats are not drinking enough. Our Greeley vets talk about the reasons why your cat won't drink water and when you should seek veterinary care.
If you have a dog then you should always be prepared for anything that may occur, this includes basic injuries like cuts or scrapes or what you should do in the event of a pet emergency. Here our Greeley vets discuss standard dog wound care, what first aid items to keep on hand and when to contact your vet in the event of an emergency.
The world of parrots is diverse and colorful, along with the intelligence of these stunning birds many people opt to keep them as pets. Our Greeley vets talk about some of the different types of parrots, what the most popular type of parrot is and how you can identify parrots.
African Grey Parrots are stunning and intelligent birds that can be great pets in the right home but they require a great deal of love, attention, and exercise. Our Greeley vets share some tips on properly caring for African Grey parrots and what you can expect.
Have you recently become interested in possibly owning an iguana as a pet? Iguanas can make wonderful and rewarding lifelong pets if you are capable of providing the care they need. Our Greeley vets discuss the things you should know about keeping a pet iguana and some pros and cons of caring for these incredible creatures.
You may have recently jumped into the world of bird ownership with a pet budgie and so you may be wondering what you should know about your new pet. Today, our Greeley vets offer some advice on how to care for your new pet budgie.
The heart is one of the most important organs in your pet's body, responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood throughout the body to keep its functions regulated. In today's post, our internal medicine vets in Greeley vets discuss the types of heart diseases commonly seen in pets.
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