
06/16/2022
25 Best Tips and Tricks for Camping with Dogs - Even your pup will be a happy camper with these ideas! https://www.rei.com/blog/camp/camping-with-dogs-how-to-navigate-rules-and-regulations
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25 Best Tips and Tricks for Camping with Dogs - Even your pup will be a happy camper with these ideas! https://www.rei.com/blog/camp/camping-with-dogs-how-to-navigate-rules-and-regulations
Ok, so your cat doesn't like getting inside their carrier. But before you label your cat stubborn, consider for a moment that the only time you pull the carrier out of storage is when you're heading to the vet's office. https://www.preventivevet.com/cats/cat-carrier-stress-tips
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave!
If you’re like most and are planning to spend lots of time out in the sun this summer, it’s important to be aware of the risks posed by summer’s most dangerous pests – and learn how to keep you and your pet safe. https://www.petmd.com/dog/care/evr_multi_summer_diseases
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Have you ever seen a dog or cat running loose on a busy street and feared for its safety? You may have tried to get it out of harm’s way — or you may have wanted to, but weren’t sure how. The goal of Missing Mutts Day is to educate the public on what to do. Here are some tips that can help next time you see a lost pet: https://www.americanhumane.org/fact-sheet/if-you-find-a-lost-pet/
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Never - not even for a second - Leave your pet alone in the car.
The goal of World Ocean Day is to Protect at least 30% of our blue planet by 2030! Let's make it happen - if for no other reason, for the animals.
Watch this video now - BEFORE your pet gets into a life threatening situation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fAIz3zD2l60
It's Pet Appreciation Week Tell us why you have the coolest, hottest, bestest pet ever!
In the universe are billions of galaxies, In our galaxy are billions of planets, But there is #OnlyOneEarth. Let’s take care of it. That's the theme of the United Nations World Environment Day 2022. What can you do? Read... https://www.un.org/en/observances/environment-day
Take a look at things you can do ahead of time to prepare your pet, and if your pet needs medication, don't wait until July to talk to us. https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/july-4-safety
Kittens, kittens and more kittens! June marks the height of “kitten season,” when large litters of kittens are born and often end up in animal shelters. One of them is looking for you!
Just a reminder to give your pets their parasite preventative!
It's always best to set you and your hiking buddy up for success before you take off for the trail by ensuring your pup is ready for the hike and that you have the right gear. Beyond the prep work and right hiking gear, it's also essential to have some basic training to make your hike safer and more enjoyable for all. https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/hiking-with-dogs-trail-safety-tips-from-a-veterinarian
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It's party season for fleas and ticks! Help your pet be a party pooper! Contact us to order or re-order your pet's flea and tick preventative.
Enjoy and stay safe!
If you're heading out for the holiday weeked and your cat experiences motion sickness in the car, here are a few suggestions to make rides more enjoyable for you AND your cat: https://www.pethealthnetwork.com/cat-health/cat-diseases-conditions-a-z/combating-cat-car-sickness
You’ve got your packing checklist ready, your movers are booked, and you’ve forwarded your mail… but do you have a plan for your pets? https://www.einsteinmoving.com/moving-with-pets-tips-tricks/
Thinking of bringing home a new furry family member this year? Before you sign those adoption papers, be sure you know how much it costs to be a pet parent. https://www.rover.com/blog/cost-of-dog-parenthood/
Heading to the pool, beach, or lake can be a wonderful form of exercise and can help your pet cool off on a hot day. You’ll just want to be mindful of water safety for your pet to make sure your trip to the water doesn’t end with a trip to the ER. https://vet.tufts.edu/summer-water-safety-for-your-pet/
Cats are about as thrilled to take pills as they are to take baths. Yet the time may come when your feline needs medication and neither of you has a choice. https://www.rd.com/article/how-to-give-a-cat-a-pill/
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At a time when we're seeing the price of freedom and cruelties of war, we salute with admiration and gratitude our men and woman in uniform and their dedication to keeping our country safe.
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If your pet is showing these symptoms, talk to us about what we can do to help!
Preventative exams evaluate your pet's overall health, detect problems before they become serious, and keep them on track to live a long, healthy life.
Why in the world do dogs have these two little annoyances at their back end, and what can you do to help prevent your dog from suffering from regular anal gland problems? Let's get to the bottom of it! https://www.preventivevet.com/dogs/anal-glands-what-to-do-when-they-are-a-problem
Microchipping is the best shot you've got to bring your pet home if it's lost or stolen.
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Your pets are an important member of your family, so they need to be included in your family’s emergency plan. To prepare for the unexpected follow these tips with your pets in mind: https://www.ready.gov/pets
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If you have a majestic Malamute or a puffball of a Pomeranian, shaving all that fur to keep her cool may seem like perfect sense. But vets, breeders, and groomers agree that shaving isn’t a great idea. In fact, even the floofiest, double-coated dog regulates body temperature better with fur intact. How can that be? There’s some pretty cool science that explains how dogs get their chill on. https://www.rover.com/blog/should-you-shave-dog-summer-in/
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