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5 Practical Tips to Help Your Pet Cope With Anxiety
5 Practical Tips to Help Your Pet Cope With Anxiety We want to give our furry friends the greatest treatment because they play a significant role in our lives as pet owners. Unfortunately, some animals experience anxiety, which can be difficult for the animal and the...
Safe and Sound: 4 Must-Know Tips for Ensuring Dog Park Safety
Stay Safe at the Dog Park: 4 Essential Tips You Need to Know When it comes to the dog park, safety should be your top priority. To ensure a fun and secure experience for you and your furry friend, follow these important tips. Tip #1: Keep your dog healthy Before...
Pets as Carriers: Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and How to Stay Healthy
Pets as Carriers: Understanding Zoonotic Diseases and How to Stay Healthy Zoonotic diseases, which can be transmitted from pets to people, are more common than you might realize. Despite having a seemingly healthy appearance, your furry friend could potentially carry...
How to Care for Your Arthritic Cat
How to Care for Your Arthritic Cat Cats rarely complain unless their food bowl is empty, which makes identifying whether they are suffering from arthritis discomfort difficult. However, if your cat has arthritis or is having difficulty getting around, the following...
5 Tips for Safe Pet Swimming Practices
5 Tips for Safe Pet Swimming Practices As the summer heats up, you and your pet may want to cool down with a refreshing swim. Although it's in their name, not all dogs--or pets--know how to "doggy paddle," so use caution when swimming with your four-legged pal. Here...
Discover How to Get Ready for Your Pet’s Passing
Discover How to Get Ready for Your Pet's Passing Even though losing a pet is never easy, getting ready for it can lessen your mental and emotional pain. Here are four suggestions to help you prepare for and grieve the eventual loss of your pet. #1: Evaluate the...
Tips for Lyme Disease Prevention in Pets
Tips for Lyme Disease Prevention in Pets Sluggish parasites awaken as frigid winter weather gradually disappears and is replaced by warm spring temps. A month dedicated to preventing Lyme disease in dogs would therefore be ideal in April. Take steps to lessen the...
5 Common Pet Toxins in Your Home
Hazards in Your Home: 5 Common Pet Toxins In honor of National Animal Poison Prevention Week, which will take place March 19 to 25, our team wants to share some of the most common household products that are toxic to pets. #1: Medications One of the...
Stay Aware of Pet Emergencies This Spring
5 Springtime Pet Emergencies As the days brighten and become warmer, pets spend more time outdoors, which increases your pet’s risk for potential hazards. Keep your four-legged friend safe by staying aware of common springtime pet emergencies. Insect...
Does My Pet’s Limp Require Medical Attention?
Why Is My Pet Limping? When your pet suddenly develops a limp, you may wonder whether it is a problem that requires urgent care or an issue that can be managed at home with rest. Let’s run through the list of the most common reasons pets limp and when a limp...