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In light of all the news regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we wanted to share some information with you. Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, we ask that if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms or fever to stay home if possible. We are happy to...
Keeping Pests Off Your Pet This Spring
Parasites such as fleas, mosquitoes, and ticks enjoy warmer temperatures and will be surge as the temperature climbs. Keep these bloodsuckers off your pet with the following three tips. Keep your pet on year-round parasite prevention This first tip is a no-brainer. If...
How to Read Your Cat’s Body Language
Cats say a lot through their body language. Their tail, whiskers, ears, posture, and more can tell you if they're scared, anxious, or happy. Learn what signs to look for and find out what they're saying. Signs of an afraid cat Cats who are afraid can become...
Does My Cat Have Feline Odontoclastic Resorptive Lesions?
If your cat is showing signs of dental pain, it could be due to feline odontoclastic resorptive lesions (FORLs). More than 70% of cats over age five are estimated to have suffered from at least one FORL. FORLs appear at or near the tooth base. Although the exact cause...
The growing debate over spaying and neutering dogs
Originally written by Karin Brulliard for The Washington Post Beneath the fluffy backsides of Valerie Robson’s two male golden retrievers is an unusual sight: intact anatomy. Neither dog is neutered. This presents occasional challenges. Astro and Rumble are barred...
Want to put your dog on a raw meat diet? It could be dangerous for both of you
Originally written by Michael Price for American Association for the Advancement of Science Few things will get a dog’s or cat’s sniffer going more quickly than the scent of raw meat. Grounded in the belief that feeding dogs and cats raw meat is more natural than...
Protect Your Pets Against Heartworm
Control and Prevention Heartworm infection is prevented by the routine administration of a number of macrocyclic lactone preventives. Limiting contact with mosquitos further reduces risk of heartworm infection. These preventives vary in their claims...
Cats Trained to Use Their Carriers Find Vet Visits Less Stressful
Article from Companion Animal Psychology Written by Zazie Todd, PhD. When it’s time for cats to go to the vet, many owners struggle. It can be almost impossible to get the cat in the carrier (or even locate them if they flee at the sight of it). And this...
NexGard™ for Dogs
Kill fleas and ticks with the soft, beef-flavored chew dogs love! NexGard™ for dogs kills adult fleas before they lay eggs, and kills ticks, too. Fleas remain a problem and according to a leading veterinary expert, ticks are a growing problem in many...
Lyme Disease
RECOMBITEK® Lyme Lyme disease affects dogs differently, and some may not display any clinical signs at all. Some cases start with limping, swelling in the lymph nodes and fever can progress to include loss of appetite and lethargy. It can also attack a...