Bundles of Joy: The Principles of Puppy and Kitten Wellness

Bundles of Joy: The Principles of Puppy and Kitten Wellness

Bringing home a sweet and snuggly new puppy or kitten is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. Getting to know your new pet and developing that special bond fills your days and nights and makes the more tedious tasks of housetraining and pet-proofing more bearable. Of course, your new furry family member needs so much more than […]

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Holiday Safety How-To for Pets

Holiday Safety How-To for Pets

The holiday season is full of distractions, but we can’t forget about keeping our pets safe. From dazzling decorations to tantalizing treats, December is a month bursting with hazards for our four-legged friends. Remove some of the stress of the season by following our guide on how to avoid pet hazards.   Christmas trees Your […]

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Feline Heart Disease

Feline Heart Disease

Your cat’s heart pumps fresh blood and oxygen throughout her body. Proper function of this vital organ ensures that all cells and tissues receive enough oxygen and maintain metabolism. If the heart begins to fail, the effects can be significant and potentially life-threatening. Understanding the types and signs of cardiac disease can help you recognize […]

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What You Need to Know Before Adopting Your Next Pet

What You Need to Know Before Adopting Your Next Pet

Every year, about 6.5 million pets enter animal shelters nationwide. And, many of these pets are in the shelters through no fault of their own. If you’re searching for a new pet, adoption is a terrific option. Animals in shelters are usually spayed or neutered, current on vaccinations, and microchipped. Many are house-trained and have […]

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4 Disaster Preparedness Steps Every Pet Owner Should Take

4 Disaster Preparedness Steps Every Pet Owner Should Take

Families all over the world are affected by disasters on a daily basis. Earthquakes, fires, floods, and tornadoes often strike with little or no warning. When homes become unsafe and evacuation is necessary, people are often forced to leave their pets behind because they have not planned ahead and made a disaster preparedness plan that […]

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From Nose to Tail: Examining Your Entire Pet

From Nose to Tail: Examining Your Entire Pet

Because our pets age more quickly than we do, yearly veterinary checkups are tremendously important for both cats and dogs. Your pet can’t tell you when she’s not feeling well, so an annual exam will help to identify any health changes before they advance and become more difficult to treat. Here’s a peek at what […]

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Pet Protection: Is Pet Health Insurance Right for Your Pet?

Pet Protection: Is Pet Health Insurance Right for Your Pet?

As veterinary professionals, we tend to get a little jaded when we see a purebred pooch walking in, stereotypically displaying all the genetic conditions known to that specific breed. Our hearts break for every golden retriever that suffers from cancer, every bulldog with recurrent skin infections and eye issues, and every Labrador retriever that can […]

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Protecting Your Pet from Heartworm Disease

Protecting Your Pet from Heartworm Disease

Ahhhh, summer. It’s time for pool days, barbecues, and bonfires. On the not-so-fun side, it’s also peak mosquito season. You may think that their perpetual fur coats would protect dogs and cats from these blood-sucking parasites, but mosquitoes are relentless and are easily able to find their way to your pet’s skin. Mosquitoes can pass […]

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Protecting Your Pet from Fleas and Ticks

Protecting Your Pet from Fleas and Ticks

With summer heating up, flea and tick season is in full swing. More than just a nuisance, these parasites are always looking for their next meal (your pet’s blood!), and they can transmit diseases to animals and humans. Here’s how to protect your pet from these bloodsuckers this summer.   FLEAS What fleas look like […]

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Dangers of Antifreeze

Dangers of Antifreeze

What is antifreeze? You’re likely familiar with antifreeze as anyone with a car has either used it or had it used. It’s an engine coolant that is added to your car’s radiator water to keep it from boiling over on hotter days and freezing on very cold days. But what you may not know is […]

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