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5 Hazardous Toxins for Your Pet at Home   Did you know National Animal Poison Prevention Week is from March 19th to 25th? Our team wants to share some of the most common household products that are toxic to pets.    #1: Medications One of the most common...

Springtime Pet Emergencies and How To Prepare   Pets spend more time outdoors when the weather gets warmer and brighter, increasing the dangers to them. Be mindful of the frequent pet crises that arise in the spring to protect your four-legged friend.  ...

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health As your furry pal ages, they are faced with many health changes. Their vision dims, their hearing becomes muffled, and their gait becomes unsteady. They also are likely to suffer from pet dental disease,...

3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning Every pet is different, and so is the time frame in which they need their teeth cleaned. However, here are three signs that mean your four-legged friend would benefit from a professional pet dental cleaning. #1: Your...

Is My Pet Getting the Correct Amount of Daily Exercise They Need? While all pets need exercise every day, the amount each cat or dog requires varies. Follow the guidelines below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed,...

4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza Cough, cough, cough. Hearing your pooch sound like they’re hacking up a lung not long after you had the flu may make you wonder if they contracted your illness. While your dog certainly can become sick with a respiratory...

5 Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Pet As the year draws to a close, holiday celebrations are still in full swing. But the additional activity and stress present the perfect opportunity for your pet to get into trouble, so keep an eye out for the following holiday...

What Does a Cat Need to Be Healthy? Although cats may seem as if they are largely self-sufficient and require little care, especially compared to their canine counterparts, realistically, they need just as much specialized attention to remain happy and healthy. To...

How to Make a Thanksgiving Plate for Your Pet An overloaded table filled with your favorite dishes is one of Thanksgiving’s highlights. While you are drooling over a heaping plate, so is your pet. However, many popular Thanksgiving foods are dangerous for pets. Let...

How to Spot Pet Diabetes November is National Pet Diabetes Month, a month dedicated to educating pet owners on the signs and management of this endocrine disorder. By learning how to spot the following signs of pet diabetes, you can help them get the treatment they...