How to Get Your Pet Summer Ready
When you hear “summer ready” you probably think of new bathing suits, outdoor barbecues, vacations at the beach, and spending as much time in the air conditioning as possible. As you make your summer plans, however, don’t forget to include your pets. Here are some fast but important ways to get your pet summer ready: […]
Heartworm Symptoms in Dogs
Heartworm disease can be detrimental to your dog’s health, which is why it is important to recognize and understand the symptoms early and receive an early diagnosis to avoid severe damage. Heartworm is hard to detect early on, since most dogs won’t show many symptoms during the maturing process. Therefore, you should keep an eye […]
What Can You Do to Prevent Ticks and Fleas?
Fleas and ticks are common pests that can affect our pets and spread disease. It is extremelyimportant to ensure prevention against these parasites in order to keep our beloved companionssafe and healthy. Veterinarians recommend year-round flea and tick protection for cats and dogs,even if you don’t think your pet has been exposed to these parasites […]
Changing Your Pet’s Diet as They Age
During your pet’s annual veterinary checkup, be sure to ask your veterinarian if your pet has any dietary or nutritional needs that aren’t being met by his current diet. Blood tests can determine if your pet has any deficiencies that need to be addressed. Your pet’s dietary needs change as he ages, so it’s important […]
Health and Wellness Goals for Your Pets in the New Year
As you create your own New Year’s resolutions this month, don’t forget to include your pet! You can use this tradition to create health and wellness goals for your pet to meet in the coming year. This will help you keep track of his health, get into a healthy routine, and meet his wellness needs. […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Giving Your Pet Human Food at the Holidays
Along with the holidays comes holiday food, which is often rich, sugary, and fattening. Many holiday foods aren’t safe for pets, and some are even potentially fatal. Before you start cooking for the holidays, take a look at these do’s and don’ts of giving your pet human food. Many Foods are Toxic to Pets Even […]