Pet Care Articles & Guides

Bravecto Quantum and Bravecto Chews both use fluralaner, an isoxazoline flea-and-tick medication, but their dosing intervals and current U.S. labels differ. Quantum is a veterinarian-administered extended-release injection labeled for 12 months against fleas and five tick species, but only 8 months against lone star ticks; standard Bravecto Chews are given every 12 weeks and already cover Asian longhorned ticks, while Gulf Coast tick coverage is currently unique to Quantum among these two products. This evergreen guide explains the FDA neurologic warning, why the two seizures observed among 225 Quantum-treated dogs in the field study should not be treated as a proven 0.9% drug-caused seizure rate, what long systemic exposure after the injection means in practice, how current cost examples really vary by clinic, and how to compare the two options with your veterinarian.

In the UK, the rabbit commonly comparable to the American Holland Lop is usually referred to as the Miniature Lop or Mini Lop. Whatever the label, lop-eared rabbits need generous permanent space, a compatible rabbit companion, a high-fibre diet and careful health monitoring. Current RVC research shows that lop-eared rabbits are at increased risk of hidden ear disease, but routine ear cleaning at home is not automatically helpful. This evergreen UK guide covers ear checks, RWAF/PDSA housing standards, companionship, diet, GI stasis, dental disease, neutering, vaccinations and urgent warning signs.

As of September 19, 2026, none of Loyal's dog longevity drugs is FDA-approved or commercially available. LOY-002 has completed FDA RXE and Target Animal Safety review, with manufacturing/CMC still in progress; LOY-001 has RXE acceptance; and LOY-003 received RXE acceptance on September 16, 2026. See current eligibility targets, STAY trial status, what conditional approval means, and why no final retail price or proven one-year lifespan gain exists yet.

Solensia (frunevetmab) for cats and Librela (bedinvetmab) for dogs are once-monthly anti-NGF monoclonal antibody injections used to control osteoarthritis pain. They can improve mobility and comfort in some pets, but neither drug has a universal response rate, a risk-free safety profile, or a single worldwide price. This evergreen guide explains what current FDA and European/UK regulators actually say about effectiveness, dosing, adverse events and post-market safety updates; why Solensia is not accurately described as having 'no kidney concern'; why Librela's neurologic and musculoskeletal safety information changed after approval; how to interpret owner-reported improvement; and how to get a realistic monthly cost quote without relying on invented global averages.

The Japanese Tosa is one of five dog types banned in the UK under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991. Ownership, breeding, sale and gifting are illegal unless a court-granted Certificate of Exemption is in place. This guide explains exactly what the law says, how dogs are assessed by type not breed, what an exemption involves, and what to do if you own or encounter a suspected banned dog.

ASPCA (Feb 26, 2026): even very small minoxidil exposures can cause life-threatening cardiovascular collapse in cats — no antidote exists. Reports to ASPCA Poison Control increased 965% from 2013 to 2024 (JAAD 2025 study). 14.7% cat mortality in a 68-case clinical series (vs. 0% dog mortality). Cats are exposed not by direct application but by lying on treated pillowcases, licking their owner's scalp after application, or grooming their own fur after contact. This guide covers the full symptom timeline (45-min onset), emergency treatment protocol, every hidden exposure route, and the complete safe-use checklist for households that use Rogaine and have cats.

BC's 2025-2026 H5N1 Fraser Valley outbreak triggered CFIA recalls and enhanced testing for BC-sourced raw cat food. This guide covers the CFIA recall timeline (Nov 2025-Apr 2026), how to check your brand against the recall database, sourcing risk assessment, HPP processing as a safety filter, Health Canada's April 2026 BC household handling protocol, and safe alternative feeding options during the outbreak. Includes pet insurance coverage for food-related illness in BC.

Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin and generics) can cause gastrointestinal ulceration, acute kidney injury and, at high doses, neurologic toxicity in dogs. There is no single universal two-hour cutoff or one-tablet rule: published veterinary references use different dose bands, and risk also depends on weight, repeated exposure, health status and whether the medication is a combination product. This Canada guide explains what to do immediately, why owners should not induce vomiting at home without veterinary direction, how dose ranges should be interpreted, what delayed kidney injury can look like, and why naproxen (Aleve) deserves separate caution.

Easter lily exposure is a veterinary emergency for cats. True lilies (Lilium) and daylilies (Hemerocallis) can cause acute kidney injury after very small exposures, including pollen or vase water. Learn the 0–72 hour symptom timeline, what to do immediately in Canada, which 'lilies' cause kidney failure, and what emergency vets monitor and treat.