You’re enjoying a quiet moment with your dog — throwing a ball, offering a chew, or sharing a few belly rubs — when you notice a small pink stain on the toy or a fleck of red on the chew. Suddenly you’re wondering: Is it normal for my dog’s gums to bleed? Short answer: No. … Read more

Patient Condition and History Max is a 5‑year‑old neutered male indoor Himalayan cross cat who presented to the Emergency Veterinary Hospital in Rapid City, SD, after his owner observed excessive vocalization, repeated licking of the hindquarters, and an inability to urinate. On physical examination and diagnostic evaluation he was diagnosed with a urethral obstruction, an … Read more

Doggy breath is unpleasant for everyone, and while many pet owners accept it as a normal part of dog ownership, persistent foul breath is usually a sign that something is wrong. Bad breath in dogs can point to dental disease, infections, or systemic conditions such as diabetes, kidney or liver issues. Paying attention to your … Read more

Burlington, MA (PRWEB) March 23, 2016 — PetPace, the company behind a wearable Internet of Things (IoT) collar for continuous remote monitoring of pet vital signs and activity, has launched a large international study focused on canine epilepsy. Epilepsy is a common neurological disorder that affects millions of dogs worldwide, and this study aims to … Read more

Itchy skin is a common sign that a dog may have a food allergy or a food sensitivity. Symptoms often include constant scratching, biting at a specific area, rubbing the rear end on the ground (“butt-scooting”), and persistent irritation. Choosing a dog food with a single animal protein and a limited list of ingredients can … Read more

PetPace Smart Collar: Continuous Health Monitoring for Dogs While PetPace looks like an ordinary dog collar, it functions as a medical-grade wearable. Built-in sensors continuously record body temperature, pulse, activity, caloric expenditure and additional vital signs. That data is transmitted to an app so pet owners and veterinarians can review a dog’s condition at any … Read more

Pets, like people, experience pain, but they can’t tell us where it hurts or what’s wrong. They can’t say, “My paws are numb from the cold” or “My stomach suddenly hurts,” so they rely on behavior and body language to communicate discomfort. Pain in animals can arise from many sources, including: External injuries or irritations: … Read more

PetPace delivers continuous, near real-time health insights with a vet-grade, AI-powered collar that collects millions of data points and unique analytics to detect potential health issues early. BusinessWire | A Berkshire Hathaway Company | March 04, 2024 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time PetPace 2.0 is reshaping pet health monitoring with a veterinarian-grade, AI-driven collar that … Read more

In The Great Dog Biscuit Guide, we reviewed which ingredients to look for — and what to avoid — when choosing treats for your dog. Researching every option takes time and a bit of know-how, so we selected a range of healthy, high-quality treats to help you choose the best option for your pet. Below … Read more

Patient Condition and History To determine whether Dottie’s weight loss resulted from burning more calories than she consumed, she was fitted with a PetPace smart collar to accurately measure activity levels and estimate caloric expenditure. Dottie is a five-year-old, spayed female Boston Terrier weighing 16 lb. She was boarding at VetCare Harris Animal Hospital in … Read more