Should you be worried about your pet getting Lyme disease? The answer is YES! Even though Lyme disease doesn’t always make our pets sick, when it does, it can be serious and devastating. There are certain areas in the U.S. where Lyme disease is more common including the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and upper Midwest. Yet, even in Iowa, we see cases…
When it comes to your pet’s health, a lot of owners overlook their furry friend’s dental hygiene. Brushing your dog’s teeth might sound silly, but it’s a great way to prevent plaque buildup. The good news for dogs is they’re not as prone to cavities as human beings are. You don’t need to brush your dog’s teeth daily but the…
A New Year often means a new you. Whether it’s to lose weight, be more social or get more organized it’s good to set goals for yourself. Now what about some New Year’s resolutions for you and your pet? Here are a few suggestions for you and your pet to have a successful 2017: Make your pet as healthy they…
When you think of weather safety tips for your pet, warm weather and hot cars often comes to mind. While that definitely pose a threat to your pets in the warmer months, weather is a year-round safety hazard for your pets! Cold weather can also pose serious threats to your pet’s health. Winter conditions can cause a lot of issues…
Did you know that 1 in 36 dogs test positive in the US for Hookworms, and 1 in 23 cats test positive in the US for Roundworms? Iowa is a moderate risk state for both these infections. Learn more about these parasites below! Hookworms What are hookworms and what disease do they cause Hookworms are parasites that cause mild diarrhea…
You may have heard somewhere that dogs have cleaner mouths than humans… but then you witness Fido eating his own feces, rummaging through the trash, and cleaning his canine genital areas. How can their mouths be cleaner than humans who regular take care of their dental hygiene through brushing and flossing? This is a question that we often hear when…
Most of us have slipped a table scrap to our furry friend at least once (after all, it’s hard to resist their adorable begging eyes around dinner time!). You may have also experienced the convenience of your pet acting as a sweeper whenever you drop a crumb on the floor. While we enjoy treating our pet to human food, it…
Doesn’t it seems like just yesterday your furry friend could fit in the palm of your hand? Now, their face is turning gray and it takes them a little more effort to keep up with you than they used to. Our pets age faster than we do, and they rely on us to provide more care as their needs change…