Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

Too Good to be True? Swoon-Worthy Pet Boarding, Camps, and Grooming Services

You know that unshakable feeling that you’ve forgotten something, like turning off the oven or, like the movie Home Alone, conducting a proper head count? Equally disquieting is the sense that your pet is getting into trouble in your absence or isn’t being cared for in the way they’re accustomed to at home. Pet boarding […]

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Itchy and Scratchy: A Primer on Spring Pet Allergies

Itchy and Scratchy: A Primer on Spring Pet Allergies

Environmental allergies affect people and pets alike. While most of us tend to have watery eyes this time of year, spring pet allergies primarily cause itchy skin. Licking or chewing of the paws, ear infections, and chronic skin infections are the unfortunate results of budding trees and flowering plants. The good news? There are ways […]

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Canine Conundrum: Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

Canine Conundrum: Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

If you’re like most of the dog owners out there, you pay close attention to what goes into the food bowl and treat bag. Without a doubt, nutrition is at the cornerstone of your dog’s overall health. Feeding them the right things – at the right stage of development – is critical to day-to-day wellness. […]

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Heartworm Prevention… All Year Round?

Heartworm Prevention… All Year Round?

After the first frost, it’s pretty uncommon to see a mosquito flitting around. That means that you can stop giving your pet their parasite prevention medication, right? With no visible bugs to contend with, pets are at minimal risk of diseases transmitted from these unfortunate bloodsuckers. Just begin giving them a dose in early spring, […]

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An Eye on Pet Safety in the Backyard

An Eye on Pet Safety in the Backyard

People who live in apartments have understandable “yard envy” – especially if they share their place with a pet. To be sure, a fenced-in area brings a lot to the table, but that doesn’t mean yards are always risk-free. When pet safety is observed in and around the backyard, pet owners can truly have the […]

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Tip-Toe Through the Tulips: Enjoying Spring With Pet Safety in Mind

Tip-Toe Through the Tulips: Enjoying Spring With Pet Safety in Mind

Ah, there’s nothing quite like spring with its beautiful new blossoms, crisp smell of grass, and all the spring break vacation opportunities. What’s not to love?! Spring is also a great time to get bored pets back outside for some outdoor fun. With this in mind, spring pet safety is a must. Keep reading to […]

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Bugs Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is a Must

Bugs Don’t Take a Break: Why Year-Round Parasite Prevention is a Must

Fleas, ticks, mosquitoes, and other creepy crawlies…a summer problem, right? Wrong. Contrary to popular belief, parasites continue to thrive year-round, even when the weather turns brisk. Despite the occasional chilly temperatures, these formidable foes continue to wreak havoc on our pets (and sometimes on us). While it may be tempting to save a few bucks […]

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Lifetime Health With Routine Pet Wellness Exams

Lifetime Health With Routine Pet Wellness Exams

The needs of a bouncy, playful, young animal are very different from an aging one, right? That’s why there are age-appropriate food options and developmentally-appropriate activities. Similarly, pet wellness exams are designed to follow – and support – an animal’s path throughout life. Their aim is to cover all relevant topics at hand, prevent disease, […]

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How Do You Know? Recognizing and Dealing With a Pet Emergency

How Do You Know? Recognizing and Dealing With a Pet Emergency

Animals display signs of illness or injury in a variety of ways. Likewise, sometimes a pet exhibits dangerous symptoms only for them to clear up within a couple of hours. As a responsible pet owner, how do you know whether to “wait it out” or to seek help for a pet emergency? Although it can […]

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How to Keep Your Pet Safe on Valentine’s Day

How to Keep Your Pet Safe on Valentine’s Day

Dr. Sandy Tisdelle Chocolates and flowers and candles, Oh My! I’ve always though Valentine’s Day was a sneaky little holiday.  When you’re single it creeps past you quietly then wags its tail in your face reminding you there is one less holiday to be had for us independent folk.  Then, when you’re in a relationship, it […]

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