Archives: General Health

• 6 Ways to Keep Fido Warm This Winter

  January 15, 2019

  

  Are you enjoying winter? Or are you counting down the days until spring? Just like people, some dogs do better with the cold than others. If you have a snow … Read More »

• Common Wintertime Pet Toxins

  January 1, 2019

  

  Now that winter is upon us, it’s time to think about what substances can harm your pet during the colder months. There are several wintertime toxins that can prove harmful … Read More »

• Winter Paw Care for Dogs

  December 15, 2018

  

  Dogs can do some pretty cute tricks with their paws. Fido can learn charming tricks like Shake, Cover Your Eyes, or Gimme Five, to name just a few. Those furry … Read More »

• Tips on Traveling By Air With Your Pet

  December 1, 2018

  

  Traveling with a pet can be tricky. It’s all the more complicated if you’re traveling by air! You may have even heard horror stories of pets getting put on the … Read More »

• Cold-Weather Clothing for Your Dog

  November 1, 2018

  

  When the temperatures drop and snow and ice start to appear outside, it’s important to keep your dog’s well-being in mind. For many dogs, winter clothing can help them stay … Read More »

• Cats and Toxoplasmosis

  October 15, 2018

  

  Have you ever heard that handling litterboxes is dangerous for pregnant women? It’s true that everyone, especially pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems, should take precautions against toxoplasmosis, … Read More »

• 5 Health Benefits of Owning Pets

  October 1, 2018

  

  Pets provide years of unconditional love, loyalty, and companionship. Did you know that owning a pet can also improve your personal health? There are multiple ways that pets are good … Read More »

• Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Cats

  August 15, 2018

  

  As you may have noticed, cats are very, very good at getting comfortable. However, while Fluffy can certainly manage to sleep in some very awkward positions, she isn’t quite as … Read More »

• Beware of Summertime Pests

  July 15, 2018

  

  An important part of keeping your pet safe in the warmer months is pest prevention—summer is prime-time for infections and infestations caused by parasites and other unsightly critters! Is your … Read More »

• Disaster Preparedness Tips for Pet Owners

  June 1, 2018

  

  It’s no fun to think about a disaster situation affecting you, your family, or your pets, and we certainly hope that you never have to face one. With that being … Read More »