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How to keep your pets safe this summer

By ruthmacpete

Summer is one of the best times of year for people and pets, but if you’re not careful, it can also be a dangerous time for your pet. To make sure everyone has a fun

Disaster Preparedness for your Pets

By ruthmacpete

Unfortunately natural disasters like hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, and wild fires are an inevitable part of life. Though we cannot prevent them, we are not completely helpless. Disaster preparedness for ourselves and our pets can help

How to protect your pets from snakes-Part 2

By ruthmacpete

Part 2 (For Part 1 click here) more about how you can protect your pets from snakes.  Diagnosis There are currently no definitive tests to determine if an animal was bitten by a venomous snake

How to Protect Your Pets from Poisonous Snakes- Part 1

By ruthmacpete

Every year around 150,000 dogs and cats in the United States are bitten by venomous snakes. Most occur when it’s warm outside. Before you and your pets rush out to enjoy the warm weather, make

Help Your Pets Live Greener & Cleaner

By ruthmacpete

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

How to Keep Your Pets Safe This Valentine’s Day

By ruthmacpete

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

February is Pet Dental Health Month

By ruthmacpete

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%

Winter Safety Tips: How to keep your pet safe and warm

By ruthmacpete

Winter is officially here. Here are 5 winter safety tips to keep your pets safe and warm when the temperature drops. 1.Stay indoors  Just like us, your pet can be susceptible to the cold. That

What All Pet Parents Need to Know About Obesity in Pets

By ruthmacpete

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,