October 2014 – Green Cottage Pets

Separation Anxiety

by Tony Wolfe Dogs are very social, and when they are alone, they can sometimes become restless and nervous or even panic. Dogs with separation anxiety may destroy things (themselves included, try to escape, bark and/or have housetraining accidents. He does not do these things “to get back at you for leaving”, he is simply […]

Holiday Safety Tips

Pet Safety Safety is important year round but the holidays seem to give us a real opportunity to make a list and check it twice. Because of the changes in schedules, in diet, in where the furniture is placed and/or how many people are going in and out of your home, here is a list […]

All About Fleas

God in his wisdom made the fly and then forgot to tell us why.” Ogden Could this go for fleas as well? I am sure that flys and fleas have a place in this world but just not in my home or on my pet! A few facts to consider… One adult flea found on […]

Kidney Issues

Common Kidney Issues Deterioration of kidneys is a common problem of old age for both dogs and cats. It is the second leading cause of death in cats (after feline leukemia and not counting accidents). Anything in the food or in the environment which is not usable by the body must be eliminated. This is […]