Pet Safety During Holidays Requires a Watchful Eye! So much excitement. People in and out of the house. Holiday trees and ornaments. Special treats and way too much food. Humans are not the only one who can be overwhelmed during our traditional hectic holiday season. As the season seems to get longer every year, it …
November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month. November is “Adopt a Senior Dog” month but you should certainly consider this option year round. Having just updated our web page Puppy Care Recommendations for New Owners, it brings to mind how much simpler life can be when you bring an older, usually already trained, dog into …
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The Jerky Treats story begins back in 2007, when the AVMA, (American Veterinary Medicine Association) began receiving reports of an increased number of an unusual form of kidney failure in dogs (Fanconi Syndrome). These dogs had in common the consumption of certain chicken jerky treats being made in China. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) …
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Ebola is a hot topic in the news . Stories about pets of owners exposed to the disease have ranged from tragic to triumphant. Preparation is always the most important thing when avoiding a potential tragedy. Understanding the facts is always better than following the rumor mill.
Flea control takes a multipronged approach. Treating our pets is only part of the solution. Fleas love to hide in sheltered dark places, but that does not simply mean hiding deep within our pet’s coat. As fleas reach peak numbers in the fall season, you should also be asking “Is your house a flea magnet?”Most …
