Wayne Heights Animal Hospital

Hi Justin, We have a Doctor who will do wellness testing for Bearded Dragons but if something is wrong we refer to Feathers, Scales & Tails in Westminster, MD (https://fstvet.com/).

It could just be allergies but there is no way to be certain without seeing your cat. Please call to set up an appointment if symptoms continue.

The reality is, some canines just do this. It is rather gross and of course alarming! But why exactly is a dog motivated to eat poop when he has plenty of other options to choose from? Most authorities seem to agree on two causes: An animal might eat his feces or that of another pet when he feels that he needs some kind of vitamin that is lacking in his diet. A pet might do this when he has “messed up” by pooping in the house. The theory is that the pet understands he might get in trouble for his action and therefore eats up the poop to hide the evidence! So, the solution! Clean up quickly after your pets, and also find out from your vet the best options for food supplements that can keep this from happening in the future!

Hole digging can pose a huge problem for pet owners! Our furball friends often love to dig up the yard at times; and to them, digging through the flower beds seems to be just as fun—if not more so—than digging through other, less glorious parts of the lawn. We want our pets to have fun, but we all know there have to be better ways! So, the solution? You can always go the tried-and-true route of monitoring your dog outside. With you in the yard, preventing damages becomes as simple as a “Rambo, No!” However some experts suggest providing a place for your dog to dig! Encouraging him to enjoy his possibly favorite hobby with guidelines could be the happiest solution for you both!

The answer to this question is a resounding yes! It is very important to brush your pet’s teeth on a regular basis, using pet toothbrushes and pet toothpaste of course! You may want to know why teeth cleaning is so important.

It is always best to consult with your vet regarding any specific pet medication question; that being said, there are some general guidelines you can follow regarding these three types of common treatments. Heartworm medication should be provided for pets on a consistent basis by the time they reach the age of six months. This is especially relevant for areas of the globe, like North America, where mosquitoes, the carriers of heartworm, are relatively prevalent. Flea medication can be applied as a preventative or on an as-needed basis, i.e., when infestation occurs! There are various types of flea medication including pills and ointment. Some work better than others, so talk to your vet! Much of the time, medications on the market combat both ticks and fleas at the same time. So when should you invest in these types of pills? Some people try to be proactive in fighting off these pests since ticks especially can be very harmful for our pets if they pounce.

Dogs eat grass to satisfy dietary needs or to provide treatment for themselves when feeling sick. Usually, you don’t have to worry about any harm coming to your pet if he eats grass, but as a good pet owner you do want to ask yourself “why” if you see him doing so! Perhaps the diet he is currently on is not providing him the nutrients he needs; so he is looking for those needs to be met with the grass that he eats. Also, a dog who feels sick to his stomach may find a quick natural remedy for this by eating grass. However, if your pet starts to suddenly eat grass in large amounts, take him to the vet right away: experts advise this course because such activity can likely mean he has something very wrong with him and is trying to help himself.