Health
Hiking With Dogs: Essential Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe on the Trail
As summertime approaches and temperatures rise, humans and dogs alike look forward to spending more time outdoors. Hiking is a great way to get some exercise while exploring nature, and taking your...
What to Expect at Your New Pet’s First Vet Visit
Bringing home a new dog or cat? Congratulations! Adding a new pet to your home is an exciting time, and no doubt requires a lot of preparation. You’ve likely bought food, bowls,...
How to Brush Your Dog’s Teeth | 6 Simple Steps to Cleaner, Healthier Teeth
You have probably heard that the most common disease in dogs is periodontal disease—inflammation in the gums caused by tartar buildup, which can lead to bad breath, tooth decay, painful infections, and...
Pet Treats as Dental Care: All You Need to Know
Your pet loves treats. You love your pet. And with periodontal disease being the most common disease affecting cats and dogs—more than 80% of dogs and cats over age three show signs...
February Is National Pet Dental Health Month
Many of us might have spent January setting goals and making plans for the new year, but February is the time to turn our attention to our pets’ teeth and gums for...
How to choose the perfect pet for your lifestyle
Americans love their pets. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), in 2017, 68% of U.S. households, or about 85 million families, owned a pet. This number has been steadily increasing...
Summertime is a great time to be outside and enjoy the warm weather. However, it is important to remember that with the good weather comes some potential dangers for our pets. Here...
Simple ways humans and pets create Happiness
Companionship and unconditional love are two of the biggest benefits that come with owning a pet. Pets provide us with hours of joy and laughter, and they are always there to offer...
In the United States, National Pet Month is celebrated in April. It was created to encourage responsible pet ownership and to celebrate the human-animal bond. Pets provide companionship and unconditional love, and...
What to consider when choosing a new vet?
The decision to find a new veterinarian is not an easy one. Whether you are moving to a new area, looking for a vet who specializes in a particular area, or aren't...
National Pet First Aid Awareness Month
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), approximately 57% of households in the United States own at least one pet. That's a lot of furry and feathered friends who need our...
Can Good Oral Health lead to a longer life?
Everyone has heard of brushing their teeth twice a day and flossing, but how many people know about pet dental care? Regular dental visits and the use of toothpaste and toothbrushes can...