Weathering the Storm: A Guide to Calming Your Pet’s Thunderstorm Anxiety
Does your pet struggle with anxiety when a thunderstorm is in the forecast? The bright strikes of lightning, disturbances in the atmosphere, and loud crashes of thunder can cause even the bravest pets to hide under the bed. In our area, thunderstorms are a normal occurrence, so it’s important to have tools and coping mechanisms […]
Pot and Pets: What Pet Owners Need to Know About Marijuana Toxicity
Over the past few decades, marijuana has changed in its use and reputation. Cannabis was first criminalized in the United States in the 1970s. However, in the 1990s, some states began legalizing cannabis for medicinal use, and today more areas have fully legalized marijuana for both medical and recreational purposes. Increased accessibility to the drug […]
Be Prepared: What To Do If Your Pet Is Choking
Pets, particularly dogs, are curious creatures and use their mouths to investigate their world. As an animal living in a home amongst many different things, there are choking hazards everywhere. Toys that easily come apart, too-small tennis balls, treats, and food all pose a risk. Pets who wolf down their food, those who shred their […]
Heart of Gold: Common Heart Issues in Dogs
American Heart Month is a time when we take a moment to focus on our own cardiovascular health, and it’s also a great time to think about how healthy our dog’s hearts are. According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), more than 10% of dogs in the United States will experience some […]
Road Tripping or Flying High: Pet Travel Safety
This past holiday travel season may have you cringing about future trip planning, but the New Year still beckons us to look ahead to new adventures, and what better way than by planning a road trip? If you’re considering bringing your pet along, so much the better! January includes National Pet Travel Safety Day, so […]
Santa Paws and Kitty Klaus: Your Holiday Gift List for Pets
This holiday season, it’s no surprise that our pets are at the top of our list for gifts. Of course, holiday gifting is not the same without involving our furry friends, and it’s so fun to see them “opening” (please keep wrapping and ribbon out of pets’ reach!) their presents and enjoying the fun. But, […]
Pet Cancer Awareness
Our pets rely on us for food, water, shelter, and companionship, but they also need our help to keep them healthy and prevent diseases. November is Pet Cancer Awareness month, and there is no better time to learn about common types of pet cancer, what treatment options are available, and how to diagnose it in […]
