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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Where Can You Find Pet Safe Pest Control Products?

Where Can You Find Pet Safe Pest Control Products?

There’s no shortage of bug killers out there. Step into any home improvement store and you’ll find them in such variety you might easily assume you’ll never again have problems with spiders, mosquitoes, wasps, ants, rodents or any other pests.  Unfortunately, many of the commercially available pest control products are incredibly toxic to pets. The […]

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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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Best Friends Forever: Safety Between Kids and Pets

Best Friends Forever: Safety Between Kids and Pets

When it comes to kids and pets, the two seem to be inseparable. Growing up with a furry friend is something many of us cherish from our childhoods, and it’s wonderful to see our kids have the same experience. But there are some things to consider when the two mix, and that is safety. The […]

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A Cornucopia of Fall Pet Safety Tips

A Cornucopia of Fall Pet Safety Tips

Leaves are changing, the air feels crisp, and the pumpkin flavored treats and beverages are back with a vengeance. It’s easy to overlook pet safety during this beautiful time of year, but the dangers associated with fall may surprise you.  Your friends at Animal Medical Hospital & Urgent Care want to help you keep your […]

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Dog Park Etiquette: The Basics

Dog Park Etiquette: The Basics

Summer may be winding down, but we still have plenty of nice weather left in Charlotte and plenty of time left to fit in more outdoor fun with your furry best friend. For many pet owners, dog parks offer a place for their pups to run free, socialize, and get their wiggles out.  Just like […]

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Simple Precautions for Easter Pet Safety

Simple Precautions for Easter Pet Safety

A trip to any grocery or big box store will reveal that Easter is fast approaching. Plastic eggs, colorful grass, and row upon row of chocolates and sweets fill the shelves as many people gear up for the holiday. Unfortunately, so many of the delights that go along with this day can be hazardous to […]

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Pet Poisoning Prevention: How to Keep Your Pet Safe and Sound

Pet Poisoning Prevention: How to Keep Your Pet Safe and Sound

You do whatever it takes to keep your pet safe. Whether you’re out in public, traveling together, or at the dog park, there are always ways to avoid dangerous situations. That’s why it can be hard to imagine that some of the biggest threats to your pet’s well being may be right inside your own […]

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