Month: <span>August 2018</span>

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Labor Day Barbecue Hazards for Pets


Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer and is celebrated by many Americans at a barbecue with family, friends and lots of tasty food. As Labor Day approaches and we are getting ready for the big barbecue, it’s important …

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Featured Pet-Pepper

Pepper is a proud 9 year old rescue Havanese-Poodle mix who always wears his tuxedo. Pepper is a charming gentleman who loves children and food, but not other dogs or gardeners. He is curious about cats, and someday would love …

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August 22nd is Take Your Cat to the Vet…

Your kids go to the pediatrician once a year, you see your dentist every 6 months, and even your car gets an oil change every 5000 miles; so why aren’t people taking their cats to the veterinarian for routine care? …

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How did black cats get a bad rap?

 

Halloween conjures up all kinds of scary images. From goblins, ghouls, witches, to ghosts, mummies and black cats? Black Cats! How did our beautiful and sleek feline friends ever end up being listed amongst the scariest and evilest of …

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Common myths about shelter animals

 

August 16th is National Homeless Animal Day and a great time to remind everyone to consider adopting their next pet from a shelter. Unfortunately, some people are afraid to adopt from shelters because of common misconceptions. In order to …

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Pet of the Month- Nayla from SNORT Rescue

Nayla is an adorable, seven-year-old Frenchie who can’t wait to find her perfect forever home and since everyone who meets her falls head over heals in love with her, it shouldn’t be difficult!

This girl absolutely adores people, especially ‘her’ …

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Tips for making trips to the vet less stressful…

 

There are more cats in American homes than dogs, yet despite their popularity, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) reports that cats are brought to the veterinarian less often than dogs. Why is this true? Don’t cat parents love …