Do you consider your cat to be a “talker?” Does he loudly greet visitors, or yell at you for food when he’s hungry? Some cats are more vocal than others; however, cats typically do not vocalize in order to communicate with each other. Interestingly enough, cats usually only meow when they are communicating to humans.
“Hey honey, it’s time to go! Is all of the dog’s stuff packed and in the car?” “Yep, I’ve got her food, beds, both the food and water bowls, her leash, some toys, a few blankets, and a bag of treats.” “Do you think your parents will let her sleep on their bed? You know
Do you have a dog whose daily mission is to find “treasures” in the back yard or garbage can? Maybe your pup recently indulged in a new treat or some human tidbits. Whatever the situation, all pup parents will have to deal with doggy diarrhea at some point in their lives. So when you find
The common belief is that fleas, ticks and mosquitoes are only threats to ourselves and to our pets in the warmer months. While there is some truth to that thought, those pesky little buggers aren’t only a nuisance in the summer. Depending on the weather, our pets may benefit from using flea/tick and heartworm preventatives
You just got a new puppy, so your vet recommended testing a stool sample… and it came back positive for Giardia. Now what? Giardia isn’t one of the intestinal parasites that we typically think of (like hook worms and round worms) but it’s actually more common than you might think. In fact, we had several
This is one of the most controversial and hotly debated questions in the veterinary profession. A decade ago, declawing was a standard, widely-accepted practice. Cat owners didn’t bat an eye over removing their cat’s nails in order to protect their furniture and prevent personal injury. Nowadays, not everyone is so sure that declawing is humane.
Two of the most common (and most serious) conditions that affect cats are the Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) and the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). While it’s possible for a cat who has been infected with either virus to live a long, healthy life, cat owners need to be aware of these two viral conditions and
Summers are way too short in Minnesota, and as fellow dog owners we try to take full advantage of every nice day. But dang has it been hot and humid the last couple of months! Our poor pups have been cooped up indoors way more than we (or they!) would like. We hate to see
Caring for a pet is a wonderful, heartfelt experience that brings joy, laughter and friendship to the lives of many individuals and families. Dogs and cats hold a special place in the hearts of their human parents, and watching them grow throughout the years can be a fascinating, fulfilling experience. The responsibility of owning a
Yep, feline acne is a real thing. Cats can develop a skin condition that makes the skin around the chin turn crusty and red. Some cats also develop clogged hair follicles that fill with pus. But no need to start washing your cat’s face daily (we wish you the best of luck with that) —
House Paws Home Veterinary Care provides in-home veterinary care to pets and clients in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and most surrounding suburbs.
Monday – Thursday
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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