Were you aware that July 15th is National Pet Fire Safety Day? We encourage you to spread the news. Emergencies within a home can happen at any moment, and in a multitude of ways. There are steps that you can… Read More
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Independence Day and Pet Safety
Tomorrow is Independence Day! Independence Day has a lot of fun traditions that many people enjoy! From fireworks to BBQs and all of the Fourth of July themed outfits and decorations, this holiday is quite the celebration and spectacle. However,… Read More
Gastric Torsion in Dogs
Gastric torsion is also known as bloat, a twisted stomach, or Gastric Dilation-Volvulus (GDV). There are two parts to this condition. The first part is the bloating where a dog’s stomach fills up with gas, fluid, food, or any combination… Read More
Dogs and Ear Infections
Most people could probably count on one hand how many ear infections they’ve had. Ear infections for people seem to happen at a low rate, or at least not consistently. Unfortunately, for dogs, that’s not always the case. In general,… Read More
National Pet Appreciation Week
June 7-13 is National Pet Appreciation Week. Were you aware of this, and did you take time out to show your pet appreciation? If not, it isn’t too late! You still have an entire day to celebrate! You can also… Read More
How to Help Your Canine Companion With Noise Aversion
Are you a pet parent to a dog that struggles with noise aversion? Well, you’re not alone. More dogs struggle with noise aversion than you may think. This issue is common, but the good thing is there are many ways… Read More
Pets and Facts About COVID-19
In late April, WJZ reported that people have a possibility of spreading COVID-19 to animals or their pets. CBS News reported that a pug named Winston was the first pet to contract the virus in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. While… Read More
Allergy Awareness Month
Not only is May Mental Health Awareness Month, but it’s also Allergy Awareness Month. Just like with people, allergies can be bothersome to pets as well. Today we’ll discuss allergies in both cats and dogs and go over the causes,… Read More
Stomatitis and Its Symptoms
We define stomatitis as “an inflammation of the gums and mucous membranes in the mouth, including the tongue, inner lip, and roof and floor of the mouth.” Usually, this inflammation stems from allergies, exposure to certain types of medication, a… Read More