Celebrate Canine Fitness Month with Us!
Spring is here! In addition to getting a head start on your spring-cleaning, it’s also a perfect opportunity to evaluate your dog’s health and activity routine. That’s because April is Canine Fitness Month! With canine obesity on the rise and warmer weather arriving, it’s the right time to get your dog outdoors for some extra […]
Are You Ready for a New Puppy?
Getting a puppy is a huge decision that affects everyone in your household. Whether you already have other pets or your puppy will be your first and only pet, you should consider a number of different factors before making the decision to adopt a puppy. Here are a few of the ways you can tell […]
Tips for Pet Owners During National Pet Dental Health Month
National Pet Dental Health Month was created to raise awareness of the dangers of ignoring your pet’s oral health. Poor oral and dental hygiene can cause bad breath, periodontal disease, tooth decay, and infections that can eventually threaten your pet’s health or shorten his lifespan. Your veterinarian can recommend products and methods for caring for […]
Can You Protect Your Dog from Canine Respiratory Illness?
If you are worried about protecting your dog from canine respiratory illness, you should learn as much as you can about the illness and its symptoms. The illness has been diagnosed in dogs in at least 16 states in the US so far. It’s possible that more dogs have been infected and just have not […]
Is Your Pet Getting Enough Daily Exercise?
Just like humans, cats and dogs need daily exercise to stay physically and mentally healthy. Lack of exercise can increase your pet’s risk of obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and other health conditions. If your pet doesn’t get enough attention, exercise, and stimulation each day, he can also become depressed and anxious. Here are some of […]
A Closer Look at Senior Pet Care Tips
You may already know that your senior pet will have different health needs than their younger selves, but you may not know exactly what you need to do to accommodate them. That’s why for this Senior Pet Month, we’re here to share some essential information and tips on how to best care for your beloved […]
Important Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet
Spaying or neutering your pet can protect them from serious injuries, illnesses, and infections. The simple, low-risk procedure also protects you and your pet from the responsibility of a pregnancy and puppies or kittens that result from it. If you haven’t yet spayed or neutered your pet, take a look at these important reasons you […]
Why You Should Introduce Pet Care to Your Child’s Routine
The bond between a pet and a child is one of the most cherished friendships a child will have in their young life. However, having a pet at home can also be a valuable learning experience and an excellent tool to help parents teach their kids about empathy, commitment, and responsibility. Teaching Your Child About […]
Get Ready for National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Pet Immunization Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to make sure your pet is up to date on his vaccinations. Vaccinations protect pets from diseases, and maintain their overall health and wellness. Your veterinarian can review your pet’s vaccination records and schedule any booster shots he needs. How Vaccinations Protect Pets […]
Exploring Anxiety Triggers in Dogs
As a dog owner, ensuring our pets feel safe falls high on the priority list. Unfortunately, just as people develop anxiety, so do dogs. That’s why it’s vital to understand anxiety in pets and the different triggers that evoke these unpleasant feelings of distress in an effort to minimize anxious situations that make our companions […]