Can Chameleons Live Together? | Reptile Roommate

So many reptile enthusiasts envision a terrarium or cage filled with plants and branches and a “family” of chameleons (or most any other lizards, geckos, etc) all living together in peace and harmony. How incredible would such an environment be?! The truth about reptiles, in comparison to human families or even other pets like dogs […]

Can dogs eat avocados? – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing

 For decades, avocado has been considered toxic to dogs and many veterinarians and animal associations have recommended dog parents to avoid it completely. However, a 2012 study proves that avocado toxicity in dogs is a myth, and people can safely feed avocado flesh to their dogs as an occasional treat. The amount of persin, a […]

Give the Gift of Backyard Birds

Note to self: Try not to panic this year! The clock is ticking and Christmas is looming larger on the horizon, and many of us are trying hard to keep the endless hype and craziness from diminishing our true joy for the holiday season. It is such a special time of year; a time to […]

Holiday Shopping Fun at the Pet Store

I hadn’t been to the big pet store for quite a while. In fact, this was the last time. So my human packed me up and took me down! Ignore the Total Wine sign on the shopping cart. All the carts in this shopping center get mixed up. And although my human would have liked […]

Lahaina fire relief fund – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing

Join us to help Maui’s displaced and injured pets Hi my friends, I arrived to Maui two days before the fires started and witnessed the tragedy’s direct impact. I am ok, and stay about an hour away from Lahaina, however, witnessing what has happened is heartbreaking and hard to describe. 💔 Beyond the toll on […]

Swarovski BTX – A new era in birdwatching

Did you know that my wife actually invented the binocular spotting scope? I lack proof of this but she did, honestly. As a scout would say “On my honour it is so”. Seriously though, we were walking our dog at the local park when out of the blue she said (and she is not into […]

How to Make a Vet Visit Less Stressful For Your Cat: 10 Tips From Our Vet

Dr. Lauren here! When’s the last time your cat went into the vet? The thought of a howling cat (“singing the song of their people”) is never pleasant. Believe me, I’ve been the person in the car with a Pancake howling so loud, that the people in the car next to me looked at me […]

How Big Do Boa Constrictors Get? Boa Length and Weight

Boa constrictors are one of the most popular ‘large’ snakes that are kept by hobbyists all over the world! Boas are unique in that quite often small to medium sized reptiles are recommended for beginner pets and small to medium sized snakes are no exception. However, the large-sized boa constrictor is often recommended and can […]

Can dogs eat strawberries? – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing

Can dogs eat strawberries or should you think of another sweet treat for your pup? If you enjoy sharing healthy snacks with your best friend as I do with my dog Pax, you’re probably wondering what fruits are safe for dogs and which ones are toxic. While strawberries can be a delicious, nutrient-rich addition to […]

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