Myths

Myths about Rescue Dogs You can only get a purebred dog from a breeder or pet store-WRONG ! Shelter and rescue dogs come in all shapes and sizes, and many purebred dogs do end up in shelters While you can find a specific pure bred at your local shelter, keep in mind that many rescue […]

Molly has recovered

UPDATE : THANKS TO OUR SUPPORTERS! Mollys bill has been covered ! We would like to thank you all again for all the donations. We ask any supporters who would still like to donate towards our support fund to use the reference DrLarrySF going forward . The remaining funds will be used for our next […]

Dr Larry Kraitzick 2018-05-08 11:18:47

BEWARE TICK BORN DISEASE ! Penny (Rescue Furchild) has Tick Bite Fever caused by the blood parasite Babesia Canis.Her parents only found one small tick on her but brought her in immediately when she showed decreased appetite and mood. Remember immature ticks may very small and difficult to spot .If the tick/ticks on your dog […]

Pugs

Pugs go by a number of different names, including Chinese pug, Dutch bulldog, Dutch mastiff, Mini mastiff, Carlin, and for some strange reason, Mops.  

Cats

Cats are the ultimate hunters When a cat chases its prey, it keeps its head level. Dogs and humans bob their heads up and down.  

Cherry Eye

Cherry Eye Cherry eye is the prolapse of the third eyelid gland. Unlike people, dogs have a membrane in the corner of each eye, located underneath the lower lid, which houses a tear gland.This gland produces about 40 % of the tear film which washes and protects the exposed portion of the eyeball.When this gland […]

What to expect from your older cat

What to expect in your older cat If your cat is over the age of 7 years, he’s considered a senior cat. This doesn’t mean your furriest friend is old, because, let’s face it, you’re only as old as you feel. That same premise holds true for cats. That said, there are a few things […]

Human Pet Relationships

Don’t they bring a smile to your face? Goodnight Dr Larry This photo was taken 3 years ago… Sadly ,this adorable lady has since passed  

How to take care of your flat nosed dogs wrinkles

Dogs with facial wrinkles or skin folds (like sharpei’s and pugs) can quickly smell very unpleasant if those skin folds aren’t cleaned regularly. This is especially true on dogs with very short noses. The wrinkles hold an accumulation of food, mucus, dry tears and debris that not only harbor bad odors, but can lead to […]

AS SMART AS A TWO YEAR OLD CHILD

With the ability to learn a similar average number of words ,topping the intelligence category is the Border Collie who understands up to 200 words. So the line up in order of intelligence is as follows: Border collie. The Border collie is energetic, affectionate, and of course smart… Poodle. German shepherd. … Golden retriever. … […]