Urgent Care vs Emergencies
The Difference Between Urgent Care and Emergencies for Your Pet As a pet owner, your furry friend’s health and well-being are of the utmost importance. However, when your pet faces a sudden health issue, it can be challenging to determine whether the situation calls for urgent care or an emergency visit. Knowing the difference between […]
Pet Insurance
The Importance of Pet Insurance: A Veterinarian’s Guide As a pet owner, you want the best for your furry family members—from the food they eat to the care they receive. While we often consider diet, exercise, and regular check-ups as fundamental aspects of caring for our pets, there’s another critical component that shouldn’t be overlooked: […]
Cost of Care – Financial Options
The Cost of Pet Care: Exploring Financial Options for Your Furry Friends Taking care of your pets is super important, but we all know vet bills can get pricey. From regular check-ups to emergency treatments, costs can add up fast. To help manage these expenses, let’s look at some great financial options: Pet Insurance (review […]
Preparing Your Pet for a Dental Cleaning During National Pet Dental Health Month
February is National Pet Dental Health Month, which is a great reminder for pet owners to discuss their pet’s oral health with their veterinarian. Your veterinarian should perform an annual dental checkup to look for early warning signs of issues like bad breath, tooth decay, plaque and tartar buildup, periodontal disease, and infection. Your pet […]
How to Know If Your Pet Is Getting Enough Exercise
Your cat or dog needs to get exercise every day to manage his weight, reduce his risk of health problems, and keep him happy and healthy. If your pet isn’t getting enough exercise, his physical and mental health may suffer. You should always check with your veterinarian before making any changes to your pet’s diet […]
Is Your Pet a Senior? What You Need to Know
We like to think of age as just being a number, but for your pets, age is actually a very important factor in determining their care needs. Just like puppies get different care than adult dogs, senior pets need different levels of care to keep them happy and healthy. Now that it’s Senior Pet Month, […]
Why You Should Spay/Neuter Your Pet
Spaying or neutering your pet offers health benefits, improves pet behavior, and reduces the risk of injury and escape. If your pet is over eight weeks old and has not been spayed or neutered, you should make an appointment with your veterinarian to discuss the procedure. Take a look at the following reasons why you […]
Three Kid-Friendly Pet Care Responsibilities
Getting your child involved with the pet care chores in your household is an excellent opportunity for them to develop valuable skills and a greater sense of responsibility. Slowly introducing kid-friendly pet-related tasks to your child’s daily routine helps your child gain a sense of pride and accountability. Here are three age-appropriate pet chores you […]