Not Just Smoke and Mirrors: Vape Safety Around Pets

Not Just Smoke and Mirrors: Vape Safety Around Pets

We all are pretty aware of significant hazards to our furry families. Most pet owners know that cars can kill and that they shouldn’t feed chocolate to their dogs. When it comes to pet safety, though, it’s often those common household items that are a part of our everyday lives that we forget can be […]

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If Your Pet Depends On Medication, Medical Boarding Offers Peace of Mind

If Your Pet Depends On Medication, Medical Boarding Offers Peace of Mind

A common quandary facing pet owners is what to do with their pets when they leave town. There are many pros and cons to measure, and careful consideration of all of a pet’s needs is necessary before deciding. Hiring a pet sitter is the preference of many, especially if there aren’t specific or intensive care […]

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Taking the Nerves Out Of Things With Our Boarding For Epileptic Pets

Taking the Nerves Out Of Things With Our Boarding For Epileptic Pets

No matter how much you wish that your pet could accompany you on your endeavors in life, sometimes they need to stay behind. It can be hard enough to board your pet, but when you have a pet with special medical needs it can be even more difficult.  At Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care […]

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It’s Not Complicated, but Halloween Pet Safety Can Get Spooky if You’re Not Prepared

It’s Not Complicated, but Halloween Pet Safety Can Get Spooky if You’re Not Prepared

Of all our national holidays, Halloween is the second most common holiday that pets go missing. Like clockwork, it’s also the time of year that invariably sees an increase in pet emergency visits, due in large part to chocolate toxicity.  If you thought Halloween was scary before, the risks to pet health are truly frightening. […]

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They Come With the Territory, but Can Cat Hairballs Signal Illness?

They Come With the Territory, but Can Cat Hairballs Signal Illness?

It can be difficult to imagine a pet more purr-fect than a cat. They are adorable, entertaining, and their quiet natures make them excellent snuggle partners. Additionally, cats have great manners and hardly ever embarrass themselves with untidy behaviors.  But there is one thing that doesn’t earn high marks: cat hairballs. They are never convenient […]

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Safety Through Stashing: How to Safely Store Pet Toxins

Safety Through Stashing: How to Safely Store Pet Toxins

We live with a wide variety of hazards in our midst, from household cleaners to automotive fluids, toxins are a-plenty in our homes.  There is a reason why there are warnings on the side of the packaging, as each year hundreds of thousands of poisonings take place. You may even have several child-proof locks, systems, […]

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Housing Household Pet Hazards

Housing Household Pet Hazards

We often think of our pets as our children. After all, they are smaller than us, depend on us for everything, and they are super cute!  As with our children, it’s paramount that you do what it takes to keep your furry family member safe. For example, many households with small children are likely to […]

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How Can You Keep Your Pet Safe From Wildlife?

How Can You Keep Your Pet Safe From Wildlife?

Thanks to books and cartoons, we grow up thinking that raccoons are cute and fluffy, foxes are smart, and coyotes are artful opportunists. And while these species (and others, like skunks or deer) enjoy widespread popularity and protection, they should be given a wide berth. Not only does a healthy space bubble protect diverse species […]

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Sun Protection for Pets? Yes, Please!

Sun Protection for Pets? Yes, Please!

The summer will be here before you know if, and If you’re like most people you’re probably looking forward to a little fun in the sun. Sun protection is hopefully on your agenda, whether that’s a hat, long-sleeved shirts, or a thick layer of sunscreen (or all three), but did you know that pets can […]

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Ignore the Bad, and Reinforce Good Dog Behavior 

Ignore the Bad, and Reinforce Good Dog Behavior 

It may seem counterintuitive, but the best way to get what you want is to ignore the things you don’t. This is true in so many aspects of life, but especially so in the world of dog ownership. Without a doubt, getting to the root of dog behavior isn’t always as straightforward. And yet, there […]

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