Help Your Senior Pet Age Gracefully: Honor Your Pet During Senior Pet Month
As your pet’s whiskers begin displaying signs of age, and their fur transforms into a shining silver, it’s time to consider what aging truly means for your pet. November is Senior Pet Month! As such, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore senior pet care needs, and how you can enhance your pet ownership practice to […]
Three Reasons to Spay or Neuter Your Pet
Pet owners have an array of responsibilities to take care of when they bring a new cat or dog home. From creating a safe living environment to ensuring the pet has food, water, and regular exercise daily, there’s a lot to focus on. However, many pet owners overlook the importance of having their pet spayed […]
Which Pet Chores Are Appropriate for Children?
There’s a big difference between loving a pet and actually caring for a pet, especially in the case of children. While you want to show your child how to take good care of your pet, they can’t always handle every task that comes with pet ownership. By giving your child specific tasks to do that […]
Your Guide to Cat Immuniztions
August is National Pet Immunization Awareness month, and while we often hear about vaccinations and preventative measures for dogs, our feline companions are also very much included in this important conversation. Immunizations for cats are crucial to the health and happiness of your feline family member, and that’s why we’re here to discuss the different […]
Recognizing Anxiety in Your Pet
Recognizing and managing anxiety in our pets is crucial to their well-being and happiness. Even seemingly minor behavioral changes like extra grooming or in cats or panting in dogs can be indicators of emotional distress. Luckily, there’s plenty of ways you can spot anxiety in your dog or cat and help them effectively manage their […]
How to Celebrate Your Pet During Pet Appreciation Week
Pet owners know that loving and caring for their pets is second nature. No matter how many pets you have or what kind of animals they are, you find new ways to love and care for them with each passing year. June 4-10 is Pet Appreciation Week, which is just another chance for you to […]
Everything You Need to Get Your Pet Ready for Summer
While you and your family get ready for summer, fun in the sun, parties and barbecues, and vacations, don’t forget your pet! Whether you plan on taking your pet with you on a family vacation or boarding him at a reputable kennel, there are certain things you can do to make sure he’s comfortable all […]
Heartworm Disease in Cats
Although heartworm disease is mostly detected in dogs, our feline friends can also be affected by it. Fortunately for cats, their bodies are not a natural host for the larvae to grow. Therefore, the worms tend to find it difficult to thrive in their little bodies. Keep in mind that once infected, heartworm disease is […]
The Best Flea and Tick Prevention for Dogs
If your dog becomes infested with fleas or ticks, he will not only be itchy and uncomfortable, but hemight also be at risk for infection and disease. Using flea and tick prevention methods can keep yourdog safe, healthy, and comfortable in and out of your home. Here’s a look at the best flea and tickprevention […]
Is Your Pet’s Food Responsible for Allergies or Health Issues?
Just like humans, pets have complex and varied nutritional and dietary needs, and not all pets should be eating the same food. If you’re feeding your pet the wrong food, it can affect his energy level, mood, and overall health. If your pet is showing symptoms of allergies or other health problems, his food might […]