Halloween can be a fun and tasty holiday for people—but not so much for our pets. Door knocks, doorbell rings, people in strange costumes and lots of unusual activity and noise can put pets on edge or overexcite them. Here are some ideas for keeping your cat or dog safe and serene on Halloween. Put … Read moreKeep Your Pets Safe This Howl-O-Ween
Your pets are much more likely to encounter fleas and ticks in the summer, as these critters thrive in warmer weather. Don’t overlook the problems these pests cause: fleas can trigger dermatitis and hot spots and one tick bite can transmit numerous dangerous diseases. During this time of year, you should thoroughly check your pets … Read morePreventing Fleas and Ticks Now That it Is Summer
Our pets struggle to keep cool during the hot summer months, and overheating can cause serious health issues—for example, heat stroke can lead to organ failure or even death if it’s not treated quickly. With that in mind, here are some tips for keeping pets safe when the weather gets warm. Never leave your pet … Read moreHigh Temps and Hot Pets
You know who else loves the warmer weather? Fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes! These pests aren’t just annoying—they can transmit nasty parasites and diseases. Fleas often trigger dermatitis and hot spots; one tick bite could infect your pet with numerous dangerous illnesses, and mosquitos can carry deadly heartworm. Preventive medications are the best way to keep … Read moreProtect Your Pets From Pests
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, dedicated to creating awareness about the importance of caring for your pet’s teeth. The fact is that by the age of three, most pets have some symptoms of periodontal disease, which can eventually cause tooth decay and loss, debilitating pain, and even more serious health problems. That’s why … Read moreSave Money and Your Pets Teeth
You better watch out! There’s lots of fun to be had during the holidays, but also quite a few hazards for your pet. Here are a few safety tips to keep your pet jolly this season. Keep chocolate and sweets out of reach. The darker the chocolate, the higher the concentrations of caffeine and theobromine, two … Read moreHave a Purr-fectly Happy Howliday With These Pet Saftey Tips
Many people enjoy Halloween, but the same isn’t necessarily true for our pets. Constantly opening the door for trick-or-treaters, unusual costumes and noises can often put animals on edge. Here are some ideas for keeping your cat or dog safe and serene on Halloween: When expecting visitors, put your dog or cat in a quiet … Read moreScaredy Cats & Petrified Pooches: Halloween Safety for Your Pets
How Summer Exacerbates Your Pet’s Breathing Problems & What You Can Do To Help With summer in the air, it’s getting particularly hard for some animals to breath. This is especially the case for short-nose – or flat-faced – dogs, such as the Pekingese, pug, bulldog, boxer, shih tzu, and chihuahua. However, these airway problems, … Read moreSummer Exacerbates Your Pet’s Breathing Problems
Helping Rover Beat The Heat! People usually prepare themselves for the dangers of increased temperatures. But as the dog days of summer approach, our trusted companions also need special attention to insure that they don’t get burned. Like for us, the summer months bring an increased danger of heat exhaustion and heat stroke for dogs. … Read moreSummer Tips for Dogs
The summer is a great time to get outside and enjoy the warm weather, but you may want to leave Kitty indoors while you frolic in the sun. While it’s easy for you to keep cool when temperatures rise, cats have a much more difficult time when it comes to beating the heat. Here are … Read moreSummer Care Tips for Cats
