10 Reasons to Adopt a Senior Dog
Ever wonder why there are so many older dogs found in shelters? Most people assume they were left there due to the dog misbehaving, or are aggressive or untrainable. Contrary to popular belief, most of the time these notions are false.
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month and, as that’s only weeks away, now is the time to consider a hound who’s been around the block a time or 100. We’ve come up with 10 reasons why old doggos are the best and shared them below.
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The Keys to Dog Wellness in Honor of Pet Wellness Month
October is Pet Wellness Month and today we’re going to discuss dog wellness.
Even as veterinarians, we know how tempting it is to avoid the costs and hassle of wellness visits. We also know, however, how much your fur babies mean to you, and regular wellness exams and healthy habits will most definitely prolong the life of your devoted doggo.
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5 Cat Wellness Tips in Honor of Pet Wellness Month
October is Pet Wellness Month and because we know that you want your fur babies in your life for as long as possible, we’d like to help you put your pets on the path to wellness.
We’re taking the opportunity in this blog post to talk about the many ways you can help improve your cat wellness.
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National Walk Your Dog Week - Tricks & Tips to Train a Polite Walker
Imagine taking your dog for a walk, getting some exercise and fresh air, and coming home to a pooped pup and a good mood. That is the dream, right?
The reality is that walking the dog can be a super stressful experience for many owners who have perhaps just adopted a dog or never got around to training them to have good leash skills.
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Anesthetic Dental Procedures for Pets: A Behind-the-Scenes look!
Have you ever wondered what goes on when your pet comes in for an “anesthetic dental cleaning”—or, to be more precise, a Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (COHAT)?
Here, we will give you more insight into what a COHAT (anesthetic dental cleaning) involves at a veterinary hospital!
1. Veterinary Nurse Pre-Dental Evaluation
It all starts the morning of the procedure when you leave your furry friend in our care.
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The Secret to Ridding your Dog of Itchy & Irritated Skin
We’ve taken some time in this blog post to explore the many reasons your dog could be getting itchy skin, toes, or hot spots. We also discuss some solutions so that you can save your pooch's skin and your sanity!
The most Common Reasons Dogs get Itchy
External Parasites Such as Fleas or Ticks
These are are the most common causes of itching in pets.
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How to Decipher the Leash, Harness, and Collar Code for a Happy Hound
“Dogs are not our whole lives, but they make our lives whole.” - Roger Caras
It’s truly difficult to describe the profound effect that a dog can have on your life, as they have this way of making everything more wonderful... yes, even after they’ve chewed your fifth pair of slippers.
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20 Mind-blowing Feline Facts!
Cats have been entrancing humans for thousands of years. From the tufts of their ears to the swish of their tails, it’s hard for us humans to ignore the mystery and beauty of cats. It's no wonder that so many of us fall victim to the time suck that is cat videos!
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