Non-Boosted Many common foods we keep around our homes can cause serious health problems if our dogs ingest them. Here are five foods to keep away from your dog at all times. Boosted Both chocolate and caffeine contain methylxanthines, which can cause panting, excessive thirst, vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and even death. Darker chocolates, particularly baking chocolate, […]
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National Ferret Day
HEAD: April 2nd is National Ferret Day! One of our favorite pets to see at XXXX is the loveable, mischievous ferret! These carnivorous relatives of the weasel and otter have been domesticated for over 2500 years, and National Ferret Day was officially recognized in 2014 thanks to efforts from the American Ferret Association. Their hope […]
Just Fleas and Ticks
HEAD: Preventing Fleas and Ticks as Spring and Summer Approach Your pets are much more likely to encounter fleas and ticks in the spring and summer, as these critters thrive in warmer weather. Don’t overlook the problems these pests cause: fleas can trigger dermatitis and hot spots and one tick bite can transmit numerous dangerous […]
Spring Safety Tips
HEAD: Spring into the Season—Safely! It’s been a long winter, but it appears that spring is finally on the way. Here are a few tips to make sure your pet stays safe as the weather changes and you start getting out more. Avoid mushrooms. Many poisonous mushrooms look like edible mushrooms and can make your […]
Easter Safety Tips
While they’re sure signs that Easter is on its way, fresh flowers and baskets full of pastel-colored candy also represent potential health risks for your pets! As you’re making your home festive for the holiday, make sure you keep these Easter-related treats and decorations away from your pets. Lilies. Lilies can cause fatal kidney failure […]
Spring Break Travel Prep
HEAD: Pets Gone Wild: Spring Break Travel Prep Hitting the road with a furry friend this spring break? Make sure you plan ahead so both of you have a stress-free trip! As soon as you know when and where you’ll be traveling, schedule a visit with us to check that your pet’s vaccines are up […]
Protect Your Pet From Poisons
What’s lurking in your house that could make your pet sick? Turns out, lots of things. National Animal Poison Prevention Week is March XX–XX, and we want to encourage you to take some time to look around your home and be aware of substances that need to be out of paw’s reach! Human medications. Keep […]
National Kidney Month – Short Version
HEAD: We’re not Kidney-ing Around About Kidney Disease! Did you know that kidney disease is the #1 cause of death in cats over 10? Or that nine out of every 1000 dogs examined suffer from kidney disease? March is National Kidney Month and it’s important that pet owners be aware of the symptoms of renal disease. […]
Spay/Neuter Awareness Month/World Spay Day
HEAD: Five Great Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet Now February is National Spay/Neuter Awareness Month/February XX is World Spay Day, and XXXX wants to encourage you to alter your pet. Here are five important reasons why. According to the Humane Society of the United States, between 6- 8 million pets enter U.S. animal […]
Leash Pulling
HEAD: If Your Dog Walks You, Try These Tips One of the most common training problems dog owners encounter is a dog that pulls on the leash, dragging you around trees, down the block, to towards whatever that curious canine nose finds interesting. Here are some tips to help you get that pulling pooch under […]