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It's back-to-school time and that means a lot of changes for kids - and their pets! If you're not careful, your pet can get stressed out during the transition. Here are three tips to help make the process smoother for everyone involved.  #1: Set up your back-to-school...

A pet's safety during anesthesia is of the utmost importance to their owner. Here are three ways that your pet can be kept safe under anesthesia.   #1: We perform a pre-anesthetic exam and testing  Examining your pet on the day of their anesthetic procedure is...

As the temperatures continue to rise, it's important to be mindful of how hot it is outside and the potential risks it poses to our pets. One of those risks is heatstroke, which can be deadly if not treated quickly. In this post, we'll go over what heatstroke is, how...

Microchips are a common way to identify and track pets, but many people don't understand how they work. In this post, we'll explain how microchips work and what you need to do to make sure your pet is chipped.  Step 1: A microchip is inserted just under your pet's...

4 Waterborne Illnesses Your Pet Can Contract from Swimming Summertime may mean your furry pal is splashing in and out of water all season long. While the refreshing water is a great way to cool off, it also can harbor a variety of pet parasites and pathogens that can...

4 Fun Ways to Have a Cool Pet in the Summer Heat Summertime is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the following tips. #1: Fill up a wading...

How to Safely Handle Ticks When Hiking with Your Pet Nothing sends the creepy-crawlies up your spine more than spotting a tick prowling across your pet’s skin. When taking advantage of the beautiful summer weather to go hiking with your pet, help them stay safe from...

Planning Your Pet’s End-of-Life Care Although no pet owner wants to think about life without their pet, eventually a decision must be made about what to do for your pet’s end-of-life care. In many cases, such as with chronic health problems or terminal conditions, you...

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 American Veterinary...

5 Ways to Help Your Cat Safely Enjoy Warm Weather As the spring weather warms and summer approaches, you may be looking to enjoy the warmer weather with your pet. Try the following five ways to spice up your cat’s spring and summer. #1: Build your cat a catio You’ve...