Five Reasons Your Pet is Thankful for You

Five Reasons Your Pet is Thankful for You

Whether you have a dog, cat, fish, bird, ferret, rabbit, hamster, or any other kind of pet, there’s one thing of which you can be sure – your pet is thankful to have you! Since our pets can’t speak in the same way that we humans do, and because some pets aren’t great at showing […]

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Spring Cleaning Part II: Clean for Your Pets Too

Spring Cleaning Part II: Clean for Your Pets Too

If you haven’t read Part I yet, click here to learn how to keep your pets safe from toxic cleaning supplies. Spring cleaning is a long-time tradition in many households. Warmer weather, fresh air and longer days all contribute to our feelings of wanting to open the windows and clean the house that we’ve been cooped up in during […]

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What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know: Part II

What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know: Part II

If you have not read Part I yet, click here to learn how to prevent an emergency. When you do have a pet emergency and need to go to the animal ER, it can be a very difficult time. Asking questions, coming prepared, and being patient can significantly improve your pet’s quality of care and your experience. […]

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What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know: Part I

What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know: Part I

Bringing your pet to the emergency clinic can be very scary, stressful, inconvenient, and expensive. While an emergency visit is unavoidable, there are many ways to prevent an emergency in the future, as well as ways to prepare for an emergency visit to make the visit go as smoothly as possible. Here is what I, […]

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15 Gift Ideas for the Dog or Cat Lover in Your Life | Holiday Gift Guide

15 Gift Ideas for the Dog or Cat Lover in Your Life | Holiday Gift Guide

One of the most stressful aspects of the holiday season is buying gifts for your loved ones. Everyone wants to achieve the title of “Best Gift Giver” but it can sometimes be difficult year after year. That’s where we come in to help! Here are 15 perfect gifts for the pet lover in your life! […]

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Christmas Tree Safety for Pets

Christmas Tree Safety for Pets

It’s time to get out the holiday décor! While decorating the house is a fun tradition for many families, we must remind pet owners that a festive Christmas tree may lead to a few potential pet dangers. Placement and Securing the Tree Placing your tree in a corner and securing it to the wall or […]

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Should I Get Pet Insurance for My Pet?

Should I Get Pet Insurance for My Pet?

Studies indicate that 1% or less of dogs and cats in the U.S. are insured. Veterinarians would like to see those numbers increase for several reasons: Studies show that pet owners with insured pets comply with medical recommendations better. So, veterinarians earn more income, and, just as important, pets receive better care. Because of #1, […]

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Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst

Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst

In the past few weeks, our Emergency & Critical Care department has seen a rash of panicked pet sitters who have to bring the pet for which they are caring in for an emergency. For a moment, imagine yourself in that position: caring for a pet that is not yours but seems to be ill, […]

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Why is Chocolate Toxic to My Dog?

Why is Chocolate Toxic to My Dog?

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested chocolate, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. If veterinary […]

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New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

The following are resolutions that you and your pets can consider adopting for the upcoming New Year.  These resolutions are all aimed at improving family life around the home and strengthening the bond you have with your pets. Diet  DOG: I will increase my fiber intake eating all the rabbit poop I can find.  I will […]

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