Pet Education

Common Pet Owner Questions

Dogs

Weird Dog | Albuquerque, NM | St. Francis Animal Clinic
  • What Foods are Poisonous to Dogs?

    Alcohol

    Avocado

    Chocolate

    Coffee, Tea and Energy Drinks

    Citrus

    Coconut and Coconut Oil

    Dairy Products

    Macadamia Nuts and All Nuts

    Fat Trimmings, Raw Meat, Raw Eggs and Raw Fish

    Grapes and Raisins

    Onions, Chives, and Garlic

    Xylitol Sweetener

    Yeast Dough

  • Why Does My Dog Eat Grass?

    First of all, a small consumption of grass is not harmful to your dog. Dogs often eat grass, especially in the spring, because it is a good source of vegetation. 

    If your dog is eating an excessive amount of grass and throwing up, there may be a problem, and you should come to see us for an exam.

  • Why is My Dog Chewing Their Feet?

    Arthritis Pain

    Behavioral Problems

    Allergies and Irritation Due to Grass or Shampoos

    Skin Diseases

  • Does My Dog Have a Cold?

    First things first, a human cold is not contagious to dogs. If your dog is coughing consistently, followed by gagging, we recommend that you bring them in to ensure they are not sick or developing a serious disease.

Cats

Weird Cat | Albuquerque, NM | St. Francis Animal Clinic
  • What Foods are Poisonous to Cats?

    Alcohol

    Avocado

    Chocolate

    Coffee, Tea and Energy Drinks

    Citrus

    Coconut and Coconut Oil

    Dairy Products

    Macadamia Nuts and All Nuts

    Fat Trimmings, Raw Meat, Raw Eggs and Raw Fish

    Grapes and Raisins

    Onions, Chives, and Garlic

    Xylitol Sweetener

    Yeast Dough

  • Why Is My Cat Kneading Me?

    When they are kittens, they begin to knead their mother to get the milk flowing. As they get older they tend to knead for multiple reasons:

    Mark Territory

    Show Happiness and Affection

    To Get Comfortable

  • Is Tuna Good or Bad?

    A little bit of tuna, every now and then, is okay for your cat. We suggest mixing it with other substantial foods so that your cat receives all their needed nutrients and away from mercury poisoning.

  • What Plants are Poisonous to My Cat?

    Indoor

    Aglaonema

    Dracaena Fragrans

    Arrowhead Vine

    Dracaena Marginata

    Dracaena deremensis

    Floral

    Amaryllis

    Hyacinth

    Asian Lily

    Hydrangea

    Autumn Crocus

    Iris

    Bird of Paradise

    Kalanchoe

    Climbing Lily

    Lily of the Valley

    Cyclamen

    Narcissus

    Daffodil

    Poinsettia

    Day Lily

    Rubrum Lily

    Easter Lily

    Stargazer Lily

    Elephant Ear Tiger Lily

    Tulip Gladiola Wood Lily

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