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What You Need to Know About Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears in Pets
What Pet Owners Should Know About Cranial Cruciate Ligament Tears If you watch sports, you probably cringe when you see an athlete fall and clutch their knee. As one of the important ligaments in charge of supporting the knee, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is...
Protect Your Pet Against Lyme Disease
Protect Your Pet Against Lyme Disease Slow-moving parasites awaken as the frigid winter weather eventually disappears and is replaced by the warm spring weather. Because of this, April is the ideal month to observe Lyme Disease Prevention in Dogs Month. Take steps to...
Heartworm Disease in Dogs – Everything You Need to Know
Everything You Need to Know About Canine Heartworm Disease Heartworms are a type of roundworm that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels around affected animals. Heartworm illness is a potentially fatal ailment that is brought on by heartworms. Despite...
A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Walking Safety
Protect Yourself and Your Pup – A Comprehensive Guide to Dog Walking Safety Make the most of Take a Walk in the Park Day with your pup on March 30! As you enjoy this special day, keep aware for any potential risks that can mar your outing. Be sure to look out for...
Five Dangers Lurking in the Home for Furry Family Members
Five Dangers Lurking in the Home for Furry Family Members To commemorate National Animal Poison Prevention Week (March 19-25), our team is excited to bring you insight into the most commonly encountered household products that can be hazardous for pets. #1:...
3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day
3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many other safe pet...
3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning
3 Signs It’s Time for the First Pet Dental Cleaning Every pet is different, and so is the time frame in which they need their teeth cleaned. However, here are three signs that mean your four-legged friend would benefit from a professional pet dental cleaning. ...
4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza
4 Things You Should Know About Canine Influenza Cough, cough, cough. Hearing your pooch sound like they’re hacking up a lung not long after you had the flu may make you wonder if they contracted your illness. While your dog certainly can become sick with a respiratory...
How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires
How Much Daily Exercise Your Pet Requires While all pets need exercise every day, the amount each cat or dog requires varies. Follow the guidelines below to create a general exercise plan, and take into account your pet’s age, breed, and health for a personalized...
Ways To Keep Your Pet Entertained This Winter
Ways To Keep Your Pet Entertained This Winter When the weather outside becomes too cold and snowy, it can be tough to find ways to entertain your pet indoors. Spice up their exercise routine with the following fun interactive games and toys to help your furry pal...