Today marks the first day of February’s National Pet Dental Health Month. Cats and dogs are vulnerable to gum disease and that’s why it’s important to incorporate dental care into your pet’s life. Here are some benefits associated with pet dental care: Wards off bad breath Fewer oral infections Helps prevent heart, liver and kidney … Read more
In the same way that a parent can be tempted to let her child eat all the ice cream he wants, it can be difficult to ignore a treat-focused four-legged friend with puppy dog eyes. Just as too much sugar in a human can cause mental and physical problems, they can do the same for … Read more
As responsible dog owners, we know that a balanced diet is essential to their good health. That said, if your dog is not one with allergies or chronic problems, there are a few people foods that you can occasionally share without harm: • Peanut butter – the raw and unsalted varieties actually contain lots of … Read more
Have you ever wondered about the buildup that happens in the corner of your dog’s eyes? More often than not, many owners will use their fingers to gently dig in the corners of Fido’s eyes to clear up that area, but the problem is that your hands can have even more bacteria than you’re trying … Read more
After you bring home the fluffy little kitten, or playful puppy, you may wonder what is needed to keep your new family addition healthy. Vaccines, of course, are essential to prevent many common infectious diseases, and a nutritious, balanced diet is imperative, however, many pet owners do not realize the many positive health implications of … Read more
January is National Walk Your Pet Month! Did you know that walking your pet can greatly extend the length of his life? It’s some of the best preventative medicine there is. Here are some of the other benefits associated with walking your dog daily: • An outlet for his energy. A tired dog is a … Read more
During this holiday season, we just wanted to touch on the topic of therapy dogs. Do you feel that your dog brings joy to everyone she meets? Do you already do some volunteer work in hospitals or with our awesome armed forces? Petting dogs is proven to reduce anxiety, lower blood pressure and produce good … Read more
As a loving pet owner, we know that you make great efforts to exercise your four-legged friend. Maybe you two go running, hiking, wading in the water or just out for regular walks. All of these things are welcome activities to Rover. Depending on where you live, you might even have access to … Read more
What’s on your pet’s holiday wish list? Is it a pet-safe treat? Is it a hard to solve treat-producing puzzle? Whatever it is, make sure that you are taking into account Fido’s safety. The following things are good tips to follow when considering that new toy: • Is the toy appropriate to your pet’s size? … Read more
November is Pet Diabetes Month! With the growing amount of pet obesity cases in the US, pet diabetes is unfortunately becoming more and more common. If your pet is displaying some of the following traits, it may be time to get him in for a checkup. The sooner your pet is diagnosed, the sooner he … Read more