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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 …
Halloween is almost here! Halloween is my all-time favorite holiday. Ever since I was a kid, I have loved Halloween but… not everyone loves Halloween. In fact, many animals are downright terrified by the holiday. In addition to being scary, …
Summer is almost here! As the temperature rises across the country, the risk of summer dangers also rises, especially for your pets.
Follow these simple tips in order to keep your pets safe and cool this summer:
1. Whenever possible …
March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month. Every year, thousands of pets are accidentally poisoned by common household products, foods, and plants. Here are some of the most common household hazards:
1. Human medications.
According to ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control Center, …
2022 is here! And if you are like me, you have already made your New Year’s resolutions and are ready to start working on your new goals. But have you thought about making New Year’s resolution for your pets? To …
1. Can dogs and cats transmit COVID to people?
At this time there is no evidence that dogs or cats can transmit COVID-19 to humans.
2. Can pets get COVID?
There …
While everyone across the country is following stay-at-home orders and stocking-up on household essentials, it is important for pet parents to plan for their pets too. Buying groceries and supplies either online or at a store is challenging during COVID-19, …
Are you thinking about adding a new pet to your household? Be sure to check out your local animal shelters and rescue groups. Unfortunately, many people go to pet stores or breeders and overlook shelters and rescue groups. Not everyone …
New Year’s Eve is a time of celebration as we bid farewell to the memories of the old year and welcome the promises of the new year. For our pets, the festivities of New Year’s Eve are tempered by the …