Preparing Your Pets for Holiday Guests The holiday season may be a little different this year, but chances are you’ll be having more people in your home than you’ve had in a while. Even the most extroverted pet can become anxious or frightened by the sudden arrival of new people, and especially if they’re wearing … Read moreWho Is That Masked Man?!
It’s a safe bet that there will be more road trips than plane flights for most of us this holiday season. If you’re planning to hit the highway and take your pet along for the ride, here are a few tips to see that your travel buddy stays safe and well. Make sure your pet’s … Read morePreparing Your Pet For Paw-liday Travel
Thunderstorm season is here. Not only do dogs hear better than humans, they can be sensitive to the changes in barometric pressure and react to thunder long before humans hear any rumbling. Some dogs are frightened of sirens, and even a car backfiring can startle and scare them. Your dog may be one of the … Read moreTips for Helping Your Scared Pup
Pronounced jee-ARE-dee-ya, it’s not a worm, bacteria, or virus—just a simple, one-celled parasite that can make your pet (and you) feel terrible. It’s also pretty common. While infected pets may not show symptoms right away, giardia can cause persistent diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, gas, and vomiting—and can sometimes be difficult to clear. How does your pet get … Read moreGiardia Is No Joke!
Serious summer heat is coming and many animals—especially those outdoors—struggle to keep cool because they can’t process heat as effectively as we do. Here are some tips for keeping your fur-covered friend safe when the weather is warm: Never leave your pet in the car on warm, or even sunny, spring, and summer days. Even with … Read moreHigh Temps and Hot Pets
Flea, tick and heartworm prevention isn’t just a summer thing—year-round protection from these pests could be a life saver. The Companion Animal Parasite Council reports that for the fourth year in a row, cases of heartworm infection and Lyme disease are forecasted to be above normal across the country. Ticks carry Lyme disease, which is zoonotic—meaning it … Read moreParasites Don’t Take a Break! Make Sure Your Pet is Protected.
It’s not just your house and car that need winterization – your pet does, too! Here are a few tips to keep your animal companion healthy and happy through the cold, snowy months. Keep up with grooming. While you don’t want to shave long-haired dogs, you do want to keep the coat and paws trimmed to … Read moreCold Weather Safety Tips for Pets
