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Help Your Pets Live Greener & Cleaner


You drive an electric car, have solar panel and bring your own bags to the grocery store. You care about greenhouse gases and your carbon footprint but what about your pet’s carbon pawprint? April 22nd is the 55th Anniversary of …

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is almost here! That means lots of chocolate, candy and flowers. Unfortunately, that also means lots of sick pets! Every year around this holiday, thousands of pets are hospitalized when they eat something they shouldn’t have eaten. To …

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February is Pet Dental Health Month


February is Pet Dental Health Month. Like humans, pets also need routine dental care. Imagine what your teeth would look like if you never brushed them. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 80% of dogs over the age …

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What All Pet Parents Need to Know About Obesity…


According to the World Health Organization, the global obesity epidemic is one of today’s most neglected public health problems, estimated to affect 300 million adults worldwide. Unfortunately, the obesity epidemic does not just affect people, it has spread to our …

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2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Pets

Our pets bring us joy year-round. Tis the season to show them how much they mean to us by buying them the perfect gift.  In order to make shopping for your pet less ruff, I’ve put together my 2024 holiday

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The Holidays Can Be a Dangerous Time for Pets

The holidays can be a very dangerous time for our pets. Each year thousands of pets are seriously injured during the holidays; intestinal obstructions, chocolate toxicity, burns, and pancreatitis are a few of the most common reasons pets need medical …

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Thanksgiving Dangers for Pets

Each year, many pets become ill during the holidays. Some of the most common health hazards include intestinal obstructions, chocolate ingestion, other food toxicities, and pancreatitis. To ensure that your Thanksgiving holiday is filled with happiness rather than a long …

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Everything You Need for a New Guinea Pig

Guinea pigs make great pets, especially for first time pet owners. They are friendly and relatively easy to take care for, and have adorable personalities. However, like all pets they require more than just our love and attention.  Here are …

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What All Pet Parents Should Know About Cancer in…

Unfortunately, cancer is one of the leading causes of death in older animals. According to the Animal Cancer Foundation (ACF), 1 out of every 4 dogs will develop cancer in their lifetime, and each year, approximately 6 million dogs are …