Thyroid gland problems

It is not uncommon for senior pets to develop problems with their thyroid gland.

The thyroid gland is responsible for the production of thyroxine (commonly known as T4) and tri-iodothyonine (T3). Both are hormones that are involved in the control of metabolism.

Typically dogs develop underactive thyroid glands (hypothyroidism), while cats are the opposite as they usually suffer from an overactive thyroid. If you would like to learn more about these conditions, please follow the following links:

Pet Food

There has been much in the news lately regarding pet food recalls. The following articles are to give you further information to help meet the dietary needs of your pet.

Click on the link below to read more:

For information regarding which foods are involved in the pet food recall

Removing Skunk Smell from a Dog

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