Keep an eye out for porcupines! According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, these prickly creatures are expanding to new areas. These animals are native to Texas and are the second-largest...
Dangers of Porcupine Encounters
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Medical
Did you know Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitos?
Heartworm preventatives, and flea and tick medication are essential this time of year - especially in Texas! Each BRIT Brittany is heartworm tested prior to adoption, but owners need to re-test...
Post-Clipping Alopecia (aka Coat Funk)
Post-clipping alopecia, also known as "coat funk", is a condition where a dog's hair doesn't grow back after being shaved or clipped. It's most common in dogs with dense coats, such as Siberian...
Understanding Cerebellar Ataxia/Hypoplasia in Brittanys
At Brittany Rescue in Texas, our mission is to care for and support Brittanys in need. Recently, one of our rescued Brittanys was diagnosed with cerebellar ataxia/hypoplasia, also known as canine...
Keep Xylitol away from your Brittanys
Xylitol is a popular sweetener found in many products including: sugar-free gums and candies (Ladies check your purses!) toothpaste and mouthwash baked goods and more When ingested by Brittanys and...
Keeping Your Brittany Safe: Why Smoking Isn’t Just Harmful for Humans
Hey there, Brittany lovers! We need to talk about something super important – the dangers of smoking and vaping around our furry friends. Yep, you guessed it, those adorable Brittanys of ours can be...
How does my Brittany get heartworms?
Q. How do animals get heartwoms? A. Mosquito bites! Heartworm disease is a serious disease that results in severe lung disease, heart failure, other organ damage, and death in pets, mainly dogs,...
How to recognize dementia in your Brittany
Recognize the signs of dementia in your Brittany As your Brittany ages, you might expect them to have decreased energy and diminished ability to run and jump. But finding out your Brittany can also...
Heartworm Disease Facts
The Mighty Mosquito is BACK! With all the spring rain we've had in Texas mosquitos are bad this year. Heartworm disease is a year-round concern for your Brittanys. The effects of this serious,...
