Lots of Love Pet Products

 Irregular Heat Cycles & Abnormal Heat Cycles Although most dogs experience their heat cycle at regular intervals after their cycles begin, sometimes dogs experience abnormal cycling. Abnormal heat in dogs can include silent, absent, split, or irregular cycles. Irregular heat cycles are often an indication that the ovaries are not functioning properly. When this is the case, abnormal hormone levels are typically responsible for a failure to trigger regular heat cycles. Abnormal heat cycles are an important cause of infertility in female dogs.  Silent Heat Silent heat occurs when a person is unable to detect a heat cycle because the dog doesn’t exhibit the normal signs of a heat cycle. During a silent heat, the dog still goes into heat and can become pregnant. In most cases, male dogs are capable of detecting silent heat. Your vet can confirm a silent heat cycle by performing vaginal secretion and blood tests. Absent Heat Absent heat refers to a dog that does not come into ...

Common Cat Skin Problems Common skin problems diagnosed in cats include parasites such as fleas and ear mites, allergies, acne, ringworm, and pyoderma. Skin issues in cats can cause similar symptoms, which can make it difficult to determine the root of the problem. Plus, cats are known for hiding their diseases and discomfort. If your cat is dealing with skin issues, it’s best to consult your veterinarian for a correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Fleas Fleas are a common cause of cat skin problems. Fleas put their saliva into a cat’s skin before feeding on its blood. Some cats are hypersensitive or allergic to flea saliva, so they may develop allergic reactions to the saliva and have extremely itchy skin. If you’re unsure if your cat has fleas, look in your cat’s hair. You can often see fleas in the cat’s coat. Other symptoms include crusty skin lesions, scratching, and thinning hair above the base of the tail. Treatment options include a wide variety of flea control products,...