Pet Safety

Keep Pets Indoors and Warm The best prescription for winter’s woes is to keep your dog or cat inside with you and your family. The happiest dogs are those who are taken out frequently for walks and exercise but kept inside the rest of the time. Don’t Leave Pets Outdoors When the Temperature Drops During…

Don’t give in to your pets’ begging for human food this Thanksgiving! Many of the holiday treats we love can cause health problems for our pets if they eat them. Here are some tips to keep your pets safe this Thanksgiving: Don’t leave wine glasses at snout or tail level. When pets ingest alcohol, they…

Fireworks can be entertaining for you, the kids, and even some pets, but many pets suffer from anxiety on and around the Fourth of July because they are afraid of the noise and flashes. Pets show fear and anxiety in numerous ways, like hiding (most common in cats), panting, drooling, barking, trembling, pacing, vocalizing, or…

Long, relaxing days in the summer sun…they’re what so many of us long for all winter long. And while classic summertime activities might be just what the doctor ordered for you, the expert veterinarians at the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) warn some summer favorites can spell danger for our…

Thank you for this opportunity to explain the difference when purchasing veterinary drugs and parasite preventatives from a veterinarian vs. the internet, catalogues, or big box retailers. 1. Back Channels and Possible Counterfeits These products are restricted, under federal law, for use only by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian within a valid…

As the unofficial start to summer, Memorial Day is a great excuse to get outdoors. But whether you’re partying, barbecuing, or just soaking up some rays, it’s important to keep your pet’s safety in mind at all times. To prevent any Memorial Day mishaps, we’ve put together some tips to help protect animals during the…