Dog Bite Prevention Week
The United States Postal Service (USPS) started National Dog Bite Prevention Week several years ago to call on owners to take more responsibility to prevent their dog from attacking someone. The campaign also hopes to impart several tips to decrease both the number and severity of dog bites. While many people assume their dog would […]
Hookworm: What You Don’t Know Could Hurt Your Dog
According to the website Pets and Parasites, hookworm is an internal parasite that live inside of a dog’s intestinal tract. They survive by attaching themselves to the lining of the intestinal wall and consuming your pet’s blood. When it reproduces, the eggs of a hookworm travel to the digestive tract of your dog and he […]
Common Allergy Triggers in Pets
With trees, grass, flowers, and plants coming back to life after a long winter, spring is a beautiful and much-anticipated season. Unfortunately, it’s also the time that many people and pets develop seasonal allergies. Pollen in the spring is one of leading causes of allergies in companion animals. The very things that you can’t wait […]
Don’t Share Chocolate Treats with Your Pet
Even though we just passed Valentine’s Day, you might have several chocolate treats left around your house. Unless you have an allergy, chocolate is a sweet and harmless treat if you don’t overindulge. However, this isn’t the case for your pet. He could experience toxic or even deadly consequences from eating even a small amount […]
Five Tips for Cat Health Month
It’s hard to imagine life without your cat. Whether she’s a snuggler or more independent, serious or hilarious, just petting her and hearing that wonderful purr brings a smile to your face. Your cat may even try to groom you to show that you belong to her. In return, you feed, love, and play with […]
Roundworm is Common in Dogs
Roundworm is a common parasite in dogs and puppies. It is so common that nearly every dog will deal with this parasite at some point in his life, particularly while he is a puppy. Puppies are especially vulnerable to roundworm because their immune system has not matured enough yet to fight them off. Two types […]
Three Common Behavior Issues in Dogs
Every year in January, the Association for Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) sponsors an awareness campaign called National Train Your Dog Month. The organization hopes to bring attention to the importance of early socialization and training for dogs and puppies. When your dog learns what you expect of him early in life, it makes it much […]
Considerations When Adopting a New Pet
The holiday season isn’t usually the best time to bring a new pet into your family. Schedules are off, things are chaotic, and you probably won’t have the time to help your new dog or cat adjust to the changes. It’s also a time of year when people tend to adopt pets on a whim […]
December is Safe Pet Toys and Gifts Month
When it comes to dogs and cats, toys are a necessity and not a luxury. Species-appropriate toys provide your pet with exercise, mental stimulation, comfort, distraction, and entertainment – all for just a few dollars. Although winter gets long, having a fresh supply of toys inside helps your dog or cat release pent-up energy instead […]
Pet Safety Tips for a Happy Thanksgiving
Another year has flown by and the Thanksgiving holiday is just days away. When you have a pet, planning for the big day can become a bit more challenging. This is true whether you stay home to host or travel with your pet to visit loved ones. Unfortunately, the busyness of the holiday season means […]
