Why Your Cat Needs Regular Checkups
Did you know that according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), cats are brought to the veterinarian less often than dogs? Why is that? Is it because dogs outnumber cats? Or do cats really have nine lives and don’t need to go to the veterinarian?...
Pet Health Tips For Autumn
Ahhh, Fall! This time of year means football, crisp air, colorful foliage and even, depending on where you live, a little bit of snow. It’s a great time to get outside with your pet; for a dog, there’s nothing like a romp in the leaves, while for cats, midday sunbeams...
Keep Your Pet Safe During Labor Day Festivities
Labor Day always feels like the last hurrah of summer. Sure, many kids are already back in school and the real last day of summer is still a couple of weeks away, but in backyards and parks, on balconies and patios, grills are being readied, and tables are being set....
Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tails?
Dogs come in a multitude of sizes and shapes, and so do their tails: from the long, skinny tail of a Greyhound; to the big, bushy, curved tail of an Akita; to the little corkscrew tail of a Pug. No matter its appearance, though, your dog’s tail is a physically and...
10 Assumptions That May Hurt Your Cat
1. My cat just has to pee a lot A common feline emergency is a urinary or urethral blockage. It is mostly seen in male cats, and occasionally in female cats. A cat can become “blocked” by a build-up of crystals or mucus that acts as a plug. Without emergency...
Kitten Care 101
So you took the big step, you brought a new kitten into your home. Now, the first thing you can do is unplug the television because this kitten will be your new and constant source of entertainment. If by some chance, you have two new kittens, you can also put your...
Hiking With Your Pooch
Hiking is a great activity for people and pets. Besides the beautiful scenery and fresh air, you get a healthy dose of exercise. Before you set out on a hike with your pet, here are a few things you should know. Know the Rules First, make sure the trail allows dogs....
Medical Questions To Ask A Prospective Pet Sitter
If you’re like me, the most challenging aspect of going out of town is making sure that the animals you leave behind will be well cared for. My first choice, in this situation, is to have a professional pet sitter care for my menagerie, either in my home or at the pet...
Your New Puppy Checkup
Congratulations! You have a new puppy! If it has been some time since you had a puppy, you may be surprised to learn that, just as with raising a baby, recommendations can change quickly. Much has changed over the last few years when it comes to raising a new puppy. I...
Can Cats Get Heat Stroke?
As it gets warmer, don’t forget that cats can suffer just like dogs from too much heat. We are now entering the summer season and with it will come the hottest days of the year. Each summer, many pets are exposed to extreme heat conditions and a tragic number of them...
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