The good news for dogs is they’re not as prone to cavities as human beings are. But despite the old conventional wisdom that a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a humans, dogs can still develop problems like tartar and plaque buildup and gingivitis. But it’s not just bad breath and yellow teeth you have to

Purring is the most common sound cats make. Yet we know less about it than meowing, chirping, chattering, hissing, and growling. Yes, cats purr when they’re content. When yours is curled up in the sun, you may hear a gentle rumble as he breathes in and out. Touch him, and you feel a little quiver.

Lilies Members of the Lilium spp. are considered to be highly toxic to cats. While the poisonous component has not yet been identified, it is clear that with even ingestions of very small amounts of the plant, severe kidney damage could result. Marijuana Ingestion of Cannabis sativa by companion animals can result in depression of

Join us for a spectacular night of great food, dancing, mingling and celebrating Cascades Humane Society! Saturday, October 17, 2015 6pm – 10pm Jackson Symphony Orchestra 215 W. Michigan Avenue, Jackson MI $75 per person All proceeds benefit Cascades Humane Society Early bird special – if you purchase your ticket before September 30, 2015, you

Losing your dog or cat can be a very traumatic experience. Microchipping is a good first step to finding your pet in the event that should ever happen. Microchips are relatively inexpensive and can help you find your cat or dog sooner! All veterinarians, shelters, and humane societies have the ability to scan found animals

As the weather gets warmer, and you start to get over-heated, keep in mind so does your pet! When overheated, heatstroke can occur and lead to brain damage or death. A good rule of thumb is, if you’re uncomfortable, your pet is uncomfortable. So what can you do? Here are some summer pet safety tips