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Your Pet Is in Danger from These Common Pet Toxins
Your Pet Is in Danger from These Common Pet Toxins Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin...
Why X-Rays Are Important for Your Pet’s Oral Health
The “Tooth” of the Matter: Why Dental X-Rays Are Important for Pet Oral Health When it comes to your pet’s oral health, we want the full picture of what is happening above and below the gumline. There is no better way to determine the extent of periodontal...
3 Health Benefits to Encourage You to Spay Your Pet
3 Reasons Why You Should Spay Your Pet Did you know that spaying your pet provides many health benefits? Here are three reasons why spaying your female cat or dog is essential. #1: Spaying your pet greatly reduces their risk of developing mammary cancer By spaying...
Make Pet Dental Care a Priority in 2022
Make Pet Dental Care a Priority in 2022 Is having better dental care habits on your pet's New Year's resolution list? If not, it should be! We think it should be on every pet owner’s New Year’s resolutions list. If regular pet dental care didn’t make your top...
Why Your Pet Needs to Be on Parasite Prevention Even in the Winter
3 Reasons Why Your Pet Needs Parasite Prevention 12 Months a Year With winter here, you may think that it's safe to skip a dose or two of your pet's parasite prevention medication. After all, you hardly venture outdoors in such conditions, so what pest could possibly...
4 Easy DIY Holiday Pet Toys
4 DIY Holiday Toys for Your Pet It's the season of gift-giving, so consider making something for your beloved furry friend! Pets are wonderful gift recipients. They appreciate anything you give them, regardless of how much time or money you spend. Plus, you don’t have...
Indoor Enrichment for Pets When the Weather Is Bad
3 Invigorating Indoor Activities for Pets When bad weather strikes and your pet is going stir-crazy from being cooped up indoors, turn to indoor enrichment activities. These games will exercise not only your furry pal’s body but also their mind, allowing them to burn...
Healthy Thanksgiving for Pets
Feast Without Fear: How to Make a Safe Thanksgiving Feast for Your Pet Thanksgiving is almost here, and if you're planning on giving your pet some tasty food this Thanksgiving, make sure to limit how much they eat, as overindulging may result in vomiting and diarrhea....
What to Expect When Caring for Your Senior Pet
4 Guidelines for Caring for Your Senior Pet Our pets may not live forever, but it's important to give them the best care they deserve even as they grow older. As their golden years draw near, it's time to think about how you can best preserve their health and maintain...
Enrichment Tips for Your Cat
Without adequate enrichment, your cat may begin to display problem behaviors. Boredom and stress from lack of physical and mental stimulation can lead to inappropriate elimination and scratching, overgrooming, and even bullying behavior. Keep your feline friend...