Exotic Pets You Can Own Without a License: State-by-State Laws

Exotic Pets You Can Own Without a License: State-by-State Laws

Every state has laws that determine what kind of animals can be kept as pets. These laws can change at any time and over the years, many states have added to their list of prohibited animals. Game and fish commissions, departments of fish and wildlife or conservation, and other state divisions dictate these rules that are found in state statutes and regulations. These documents can be difficult for some to discover and decipher because they are written in complicated legal language.

Posted on: by Hannah Clark
Tea Tree Oil for Fleas: Evaluating Safety and Effectiveness

Tea Tree Oil for Fleas: Evaluating Safety and Effectiveness

Tea tree oil should never be given orally to pets as it is toxic if swallowed.

Posted on: by Tiffany Salmon
Deworming Your Dog: How Often Is Necessary for Optimal Health?

Deworming Your Dog: How Often Is Necessary for Optimal Health?

Puppies should be dewormed regularly for the first few months of life, typically during scheduled vaccination visits.

Posted on: by Peyton Shine
Hole-in-the-Head Disease in Saltwater Fish

Hole-in-the-Head Disease in Saltwater Fish

Hole-in-the-head disease (HITH) causes erosive pits in fish and is primarily an aesthetic issue but can lead to secondary infections.

Posted on: by Hannah Clark
Tapeworms in Dogs

Tapeworms in Dogs

Tapeworms in dogs are rarely serious but can cause irritation, malnutrition, and weight loss if untreated.

Posted on: by Lizzie Youens
Tapeworms in Cats

Tapeworms in Cats

Tapeworms are a common parasite in cats that live in the intestines. They can be excreted in the feces and passed along to other animals. Some owners may notice tapeworm symptoms in their cat such as vomiting, diarrhea, a bloated belly, changes in appetite, or segments of the worms in the stool, but many cats can have tapeworms and not show any signs. For this reason, regular prevention and screening is important to keep your cat free from tapeworms and other intestinal parasites.

Posted on: by Tiffany Salmon
Ear Mites in Puppies and Dogs

Ear Mites in Puppies and Dogs

Ear mites are highly contagious parasites that cause itching, inflammation, and discomfort in pets, requiring prompt treatment.

Posted on: by Peyton Shine
Velvet: Aquarium Fish Disease Identification and Cure

Velvet: Aquarium Fish Disease Identification and Cure

Velvet disease is a serious condition caused by dinoflagellate parasites, requiring immediate attention to prevent fish mortality.

Posted on: by Dana Minacapelli
Anchor Worms in Freshwater Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Anchor Worms in Freshwater Fish: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Anchor worms are crustacean copepod parasites common in freshwater fish such as koi and goldfish, and they are visible to the naked eye.

Posted on: by Tiffany Salmon
How to Give Fish a Freshwater Dip or Bath

How to Give Fish a Freshwater Dip or Bath

A quick freshwater dip is an effective first step to treat saltwater fish for parasites before quarantine.

Posted on: by Peyton Shine

Lara Hew

Lara is a photography major at UArts in Philly! In her free time, she likes to walk dogs and, of course, take photos. She also loves reading and movies, hiking, kayaking, and just anything that involves being outdoors. She has grown up with animals since she was little and currently has two dogs and a cat of her own.

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Peyton Shine

Peyton originally from Michigan, but have lived in Philadelphia for 10 years. She grew up surrounded by animals, both at home and on her grandparent's farm. She now has one dog, a golden retriever-boxer mix named Cooper.

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Tiffany Salmon

I focus on empowering my team through collaboration, transparency, and a shared sense of purpose. I believe in leading by example, maintaining a mindset of continuous learning, and encouraging others to think creatively and take calculated risks.

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Dana Minacapelli

Dana started her journey in the veterinary field in 2004 at an animal shelter in Corpus Christi, Texas. She immediately fell in love with the profession and nurtured her passion for helping animals that were in desperate need of a second chance. Here, she began implementing improved policies that mitigated disease control, managed a low cost spay/neuter program for the community, and made recommendations to the Board of Directors on best practices for the clinic as well as the shelter as a whole.

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Lizzie Youens

Lizzie has over ten years of experience as a veterinary surgeon with particular interests in animal behaviour, dermatology, and geriatrics.

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Hannah has worked at Pet Drugs Online for over three years, researching, writing, and publishing all of our blog content. She currently lives in Cardiff with her 5-year-old cat, Margot, and 2-year-old Cavapoo, Merida.

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