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3 Ways to Help Your Newly Adopted Cat Feel at Home
3 Ways to Help Your New Shelter Cat Feel at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, although welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year. However, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new...
Pet Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer in Pets: What You Need to Know Despite incredible advancements in veterinary medicine, veterinary professionals are seeing more cancer in pets than ever before, which might be due in part to our furry companions’ longer lives. Overall, the...
Learn About Your Pet’s Springtime Skin Allergies
April Showers Bring… Spring Skin Allergies in Pets As spring brings warmer weather and new growth, it also brings something more threatening—pollen. This yellow substance triggers irritating allergies in people and pets alike and can cause a wide variety of...
3 Signs of an Anxious Cat
Studies show that cats are just as affected by stress as humans are. Just like us, when cats experience too much stress, it can take a toll on their health and well-being. This post will explore how cats are affected by stress and what you can do to help your furry...
The Life Cycle of Heartworms in your Pet
Heartworms are a serious and potentially fatal infection for both pets and people. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at the heartworm life cycle to help you better understand how this parasite can affect your pet. We'll also discuss how to protect your pet...
5 Tips to Prepare Your Pet Sitter for Your Pet
Whether you’re heading out of town for a weekend away or traveling for work, you’ll need someone reliable to care for your pet. Before leaving your four-legged friend in the hands of a pet sitter, follow these tips to ensure your pet sitter provides the care your pet...
Your Pet Should Avoid These Common Pet Toxins
All pet owners should be aware of household toxins' dangers to their pets. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the most common toxins and how to protect your pet from them. Keep in mind that while some of these toxins are common, they can still cause serious...
How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth
If you are a pet owner, you know that your furry friend is part of the family. You want to take care of them and make sure they live a long, healthy life. One way to do that is by brushing their teeth regularly. It may seem like a daunting task, but it’s not as hard...
Pet End-of-Life Care Options
It's difficult to think about, but one day your pet will die. When that time comes, you'll need to make some tough decisions about how to say goodbye. One option is end-of-life pet care, which can provide a sense of closure and peace of mind for both you and your...
3 Indoor Enrichment Activities for Pets
Dealing with bad weather can be tough, but it's especially hard for our pets who can't go outside to play. That's why it's important to provide indoor enrichment for them during times like these. There are many ways to do this, and in this post we'll discuss some of...