Special Diagnostic Lab Work Awareness Month
Your pet's health needs sometimes extend beyond basic examinations and blood screening. For the month of March our Pet Health Center is offering 10% off special diagnostic lab work testing.
For the Love of Your Pet: Valentine’s Day Safety Tips
Valentine’s Day is the most romantic day of the year – we treat our loved ones to extra affection, beautiful flowers and…of course…candy. But what about our pets? While a new Valentine chew toy or some extra belly rubs would not be out of the question, we must be aware of the hazards that our Valentine gifts can present to our four-legged friends.
Keep Your Pet Smiling: The Importance of Dental Health
Our experts reveal why it’s so important that all pet lovers include dental hygiene in their animals’ health and wellness routine.
Pet Obesity: No Joking Matter
Obesity is a disease that has killed millions of pets prematurely in the United States - and it’s only getting worse.
Pet Nutrition: The Don’ts
Cat and dog nutrition is an important aspect of pet ownerships. After all, who can resist giving a french fry when sad puppy dog eyes are pleading? However, their digestive systems sometimes can be a bit more sensitive to fatty foods than ours. There are also a few foods that are toxic to animals, and Read More
Adopt A Walking Buddy®
As the thermometer drops, many people head indoors, giving up on regular exercise routines. Cold weather often means running shoes get hung up, bicycles go to the back of the garage and the garden tools are placed in the shed. How can people stay motivated to exercise during those cold, winter months? Finding a Read More
What Your Dog Needs on a “Three-Dog-Night”
No matter where it came from, the expression “three-dog-night” means a night so bitterly cold you’d need three dogs in bed with you to keep you warm. But what about our beloved dogs? They’re always there for us, day and night. What can we do to keep them warm, healthy, and safe during the frigid days of winter? We asked the experts in our Pet Health Centers a few questions on how you can help make this winter a warm and safe season for your best pal.
Cold Cat Equals Unhappy Cat: How to Keep Your Kitty Safe and Warm All Winter Long
Anyone who loves and lives with a cat knows that felines are heat-seekers. If there’s a warm spot to be found, your cat will find it, whether it’s a sun-puddle, a windowsill, or a fresh pile of laundry straight from the dryer. Cats are creatures of comfort, and the most comfortable cat is a Read More
Cold Weather Tips to Protect Your Pet
Dogs and cats can withstand cooler weather when certain conditions are met. Some breeds are even known to develop heavier coats for colder climates. There are however, some breeds that are not equipped to handle drastic changes in temperatures. Pet owners need to use common sense in order to protect their pets during colder Read More
Protecting Your Dog from Heartworm
Puppy mill rescues highlight the importance of preventative measures for this common (but potentially fatal) parasite. Puppy mills are notorious for their inhumane conditions, housing dogs in tiny wire cages and providing them with little if any medical care. As a result, the dogs that we rescue from these mills often have various medical Read More