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What is Hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism is when there is an increase in the production of thyroid hormones. This increase in thyroid hormones can cause hyperthyroidism. Â How Does This Happen? Most of the time the cause is a benign tumor called adenoma. Sometimes, a cancerous tumor called adenosarcoma may be the cause of hyperthyroidism. Both will […]
Your pet’s body is made of about 70% moisture. Help your pet live a long and healthy life by keeping them well hydrated.  Tips to Help to Provide Daily Hydration Dogs need approximately 1 ounce of water for each pound of body weight per day. Cats need about 3-4 ounces of water for every […]
Probiotics are living organisms that are mostly bacteria living in the digestive tract. Microorganisms are specific ones, good bacteria, beneficial to your pet’s immune system and overall pet health. There are at least 500 different species of microorganisms that have been identified in the normal microbiome in both dogs and cats. About 80-90% of a […]
Pet anxiety is common in cats and dogs. There are estimations that up to 75% of dogs and 20-25% of cats have experienced anxiety during some point in their lives. Anxiety can be short term that results from a brief emotional experience or from previous emotional experiences that could last long term. Anxiety in cats […]
Taurine is an amino acid and amino acids are the building blocks of all proteins in the body. Proteins are long chains of different amino acids that form all different body parts like muscle, tendons, ligaments, brain, skin, and so on. Besides protein production amino acids also support your cat’s health by: Breaking down fat […]
Have you noticed that there are more sugars being added to your favourite pet treats? As your Natural Grocer and pet health advocate, Pet Planet is seeing more sweeteners such as cane sugar showing up when pet treats are reformulated. So, let’s ask the question “Are these added sugars harmful to my pet’s health?”  […]
Spring is a time of renewal, and it is a great time to refresh your pet’s space. Let’s look at some areas around the home to focus on to support your pet’s health. It is important to use pet friendly cleaning supplies when cleaning indoors.  Harmful Cleaning Products Not all cleaning products are safe […]
Does your pet have diarrhea or intermittent diarrhea that does not go away? If you answered yes, then your pet may have Giardia. Giardia is a microscopic parasite that is highly contagious called Giardiasis, and it spreads quickly. Â Are There Other Symptoms? Yes, other symptoms may include: Gas Vomiting Nausea Gas Abdominal Discomfort Dehydration […]
Summer is a time when the family is together more often than the rest of the year. This means more attention for your furry family members. Routine is very important to your pet and when the summer is coming to an end that means there will be a be a routine change for your pet […]
