Glaucoma in dogs: natural home remedies
“Eyes are the reflection of the soul”.
I don’t know about you, but when I look deep into my dog’s eyes, I see him thinking, analyzing and understanding what I’m telling him.
Glaucoma is an eye disease that dogs can suffer from. It results from an increase in intraocular pressure and is a very painful condition, which can lead to complications such as loss of sight.
Does this disease remind you of something? This is likely because humans can get glaucoma too. That said, glaucoma in animals is generally more painful, as the pressure in the eye tends to rise to higher levels than in humans!
Does your dog have glaucoma and are you worried about seeing them in pain, about seeing their quality of life deteriorate? In this article, we present natural solutions, a gentle holistic approach to help you support your pet and offer them a better quality of life.
Firefighters had to lift the exotic bird’s owner into the air in the hopes of getting the beloved pet back after it vanished days earlier.
An exotic bird’s owner managed to get her missing bird back after four days of worry – but had to be elevated four storeys high to collect him.
Skittles, a two-year-old turquoise-fronted Amazon, disappeared from a West Sydney home on Friday.
The bird flew away from the house in Auburn after getting a fright, and was reported missing to NSW Police by its owner.
A detective at Auburn Police Station found Skittles sitting by a nearby window on Tuesday at about 3pm, alerting the owner and Fire and Rescue NSW.
Firefighters helped the woman retrieve her pet by placing her in a harness and helmet, then using a ladder platform on their truck to elevating her four storeys up.
She was able to get Skittles to walk onto her arm and back into a cage, before they were safely brought back down to the ground.
FRNSW Lidcombe station officer Darryn Moalem said that birds were often “notoriously difficult to rescue – they’ll generally fly away as soon as anyone gets close to them and you’ll never see them again”.
“The careful efforts of firefighters, police officers and the owner have paid off in this instance, and it’s great we’ve been able to bring about this reunion,” he added.
Skittles’ species of bird is also known as the blue-fronted Amazon or the turquoise-fronted parrot, and is a common exotic pet originating from South Africa.
Though plentiful in the wild, a declining population has caused the International Union for Conservation of Nature to mark the species as near threatened.
Exotic birds are allowed to be owned in Australia, provided their owner can prove they have been legally obtained.
Experience an explosion in the pet food industry! It’s not just a trend anymore—it’s a $214 billion industry and growing. However, amidst the excitement, Sydney vet Dr. Jamie Geddes raises a cautionary flag, highlighting important risks pet owners should be aware of.
In today’s pet parenting landscape, welcoming a new furry friend often mirrors the preparations for a new baby, complete with a plethora of specialized gear and financial considerations. From brain-training toys for puppies to personalized food bowls and anxiety-relief blankets, our dedication to pampering our pets knows no bounds. And at the forefront of this burgeoning industry is raw pet food.
The global raw pet food market, valued at a staggering $214 billion in 2022, is projected to soar past $300 billion by 2029. Advocates tout benefits like boosted immunity and healthier coats, with social media exploding with #rawdogfood content, showcasing meticulous meal routines akin to fitness influencers.
However, Dr. Geddes urges caution. Despite its popularity, the science behind raw pet food remains uncertain, with potential risks for both pets and their human families. Dr. Geddes, emphasizing the importance of nutritional balance, advises opting for quality commercial pet food or carefully prepared home-cooked meals.
While preparing meals from scratch can be a rewarding endeavor, Dr. Geddes emphasizes the necessity of balance. Over-supplementation, often seen in home-prepared diets, can lead to unintended consequences like overfeeding.
In the realm of pet nutrition, the key lies in ensuring a well-rounded, balanced diet tailored to your pet’s individual needs. Whether it’s store-bought or homemade, what matters most is meeting those nutritional requirements for a healthy, happy companion.
