companion animal

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs and cats over the age of 10

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in dogs and cats over the age of 10

Cancer is a disease that not only occurs in humans, but also affects dogs and cats, becoming one of the leading causes of death in geriatric patients. Periodic visits to the Veterinarian and preventive measures are key actions that help pet owners to identify the disease in time. “Cancer is the cause of approximately half of the deaths of companion animals that are older than 10 years. However, the incidence of this disease in cats is lower”1, commented Adrian Polo Jeréz, Technical Coordinator of the Companion Animal Unit at MSD Animal Health Mexico. Most types of cancer in dogs and…
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Is your house prepared to receive animal company?

When independence comes to mind, many ideas come to mind and one of the most frequent is to adopt an animal that shares the house with us. The word pet means companion animal, a term that is more appropriate to define the role of animals in the home. It has been proven that a pet provides greater self-esteem to humans, giving them emotional security. This allows the owner to feel like a contributor to a good cause, which gives him an engine of life. Coping with life outside the home can cause a feeling of loneliness and emptiness that may…
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