The Flea – The Annoying Little Parasite

Pet Care

Fleas have been around for centuries and will, unfortunately, always be part of nature and our environment.  They are the most common external parasite to plague cats and dogs and they are an ongoing frustration for pet owners everywhere. The most common flea to infest cats and dogs, worldwide, is the Ctenocephalides felis, better known as…

Canine Parvovirus

Pet Care

Canine Parvovirus, also known as “Parvo”, was first described in the 1970’s. It is a highly contagious virus that affects dogs of all ages.  The majority of cases are seen in puppies that are between 6 weeks and 6 months of age.  The virus attacks the rapidly dividing cells lining the gastrointestinal tract and also…