By Deb Haines Recently, veterinarians discovered that grapes, raisins and currants (fruits from Vitis species) can cause kidney failure in dogs. It is unclear whether this is a new problem, or if the toxic nature of grapes and raisins became recognized after the establishment of a computerized animal toxicity database about 25 years ago. WhateverContinue reading “Grape, Raisin and Currant Poisoning”
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Pet Poison Hotline Information
By Deb Haines This information will be kept under announcements at the top of the Pet Vet Corner group page. Starting July 1st, 2025, Pet Poison Helpline can no longer provide direct risk assessments or treatment guidance to Georgia pet owners due to Senate Bill 105, but can still assist Georgia pet owners through theirContinue reading “Pet Poison Hotline Information”
Human Foods For Your Dog: Learning What Is/Is Not Healthy
By Deb Haines Dogs have a different digestive system from humans. This means that some foods that are safe for people can be harmful or even very dangerous for dogs. However, many human foods are also safe for dogs and can provide important nutrients and health benefits. Here, we look at which people foods areContinue reading “Human Foods For Your Dog: Learning What Is/Is Not Healthy”
Snake Bites
By Dr. Jeffrey & Deb Haines With those of us in the Northern Hemisphere coming into snake season, I felt that it was appropriate to make a post about venomous snakes and our pets. Of the roughly 3500 species of snakes in the world about 6% are venomous enough to present a possible medical concern.Continue reading “Snake Bites”
Dangers of Human Medication To Your Pet
By Deb Haines A medication that does one thing for people does not necessarily do the same for our pets. A pet can easily ingest dropped pills or may be given harmful human medications by an unknowing owner, causing illness, or even death, of your pet. A pet can find pill bottles, ointments etc onContinue reading “Dangers of Human Medication To Your Pet”
Fourth of July
By Deb Haines The Fourth of July is a cause for folks to celebrate by lighting up fireworks. But for this time of year, those loud exploding noises can be a nightmare for the family pets. If possible please bring your dogs and/or cats inside between now and the even the 4th. Keeping them IndoorsContinue reading “Fourth of July”
Diatomaceous Earth (DE)
By Deb Haines What Exactly is Diatomaceous Earth? Diatoms are single-celled algae that inhabit streams, lakes, oceans and other waterways. Fossilized diatoms, whose cell walls are made of silica, are used to make a fine powder called diatomaceous earth (DE). Food-grade DE is typically used to sprinkle on vegetable and fruit gardens to help preventContinue reading “Diatomaceous Earth (DE)”
When Should You Contact Your Vet?
by Deb Haines Unexplained Weight Loss Take your cat to the vet if cat is losing weight. It could be a sign of cancer, kidney or liver problems, heart disease, diabetes, among other things.” There are so many reasons why your cat could suddenly be losing weight, and none of them is a good thing.Continue reading “When Should You Contact Your Vet?”
Pet-Proofing Your Home
Dog and cats (especially kittens) can be very curious. Here’s some suggestions on how to keep your companion animal safe in your home: KITCHENS/BATHROOMS Use childproof latches to keep little paws from prying open cabinets Place medications, cleaners, chemicals, and laundry supplies on high shelves Put your recreational drugs away, we are seeing a lotContinue reading “Pet-Proofing Your Home”
Emergency Pet Fund
By Deb Haines The average is 1 out of 10 posts to PVC, the member states has no funds to take sick dog or cat to vets, we watch in here dogs struggling to birth puppies, new born puppies/kittens needing emergency care, dogs/cats hit by cars, severe dog fight wounds, broken legs and i canContinue reading “Emergency Pet Fund”
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