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Canine Influenza Virus
Recently, you may have heard about increased cases of Canine Influenza virus. Does your dog socialize at the dog park or visit boarding and grooming facilities? Influenza viruses are most likely to infect dogs that interact with other dogs. Many veterinary, grooming...

Microchipping Your Pet
We love it when we see pets reunited with their owners due to pets having a microchip. Because collars with tags can sometimes break, fall off, or info on the tag becomes illegible, we recommend also microchipping your pets. If your pet is found and brought into our...

5 Fall Pet Tips
#1: Beware of the wind! Pets can accidentally get out through doors and gates that have been pushed open by heavy winds. These winds can also knock down yard decor, which can break and hurt your pet’s paws if they step on it. Debris flying in the air could also land...

Heartworm Awareness
April is Heartworm Awareness Month. Heartworm is a very serious disease that can be fatal. Many animals can be infected including dogs and cats. It is caused by worms (heartworms) that can live in the animal’s heart and lungs. They are transmitted by the bites of...

Flea Eggs: Spring Into Action Before Flea Eggs Do!
Did you know that fleas can lay up to 50 eggs a day? Flea eggs are very hard to see, especially when in your pet’s environment. Flea eggs can also be very sticky, so they tend to stick to fibers like carpet and bedding. A female flea will lay eggs 24-36 hours after...

March is Pet Poison Prevention Month
Knowing what potential poisons may be in your pet’s environment is the first step in keeping your pet safe. March is Poison Prevention Month, and we have compiled a list of some of the top hazards and toxins you should keep out of reach of your pets. Over-the-counter...

Are Hairballs Really Normal for Cats?
Part of cat ownership involves coming across furry, slimy tubes, otherwise known as hairballs. Depending on your cat’s hair coat length, you may encounter hairballs with such regular frequency that you become worried about your feline friend’s health. Let’s take a...

3 Reasons Why Your Dog Licks Their Paws
Does your dog’s slurping sound as they lick their paws always keep you awake? Many pet owners become frustrated by the non-stop paw-licking and want to help their dogs overcome this condition. Before busting out the socks or the cone of shame for your pooch, discover...